Welcome to CHARLEE
A suicide prevention hub made by LGBTIQA+ people who have thought about suicide, lived through suicide attempts, supported others in distress and live with the pain of loss through suicide
A message from the Switchboard LGBTIQA+ Lived Experience Network
We want you to know that CHARLEE exists because you are not alone in how you’re feeling. We have been where you are. We made CHARLEE because we know our stories around suicide can help others who are in distress.
While we cannot take away your pain or grief, our hope is that you can find comfort, support and information to help you and those around you
We’re with you every step of the way.
I’m seeking help for myself
I’m seeking help for someone else
I’m seeking help for bereavement
This hub is dedicated to all LGBTIQA+ people - those who struggle, those who have survived, those who are carers and those who have passed.
Get support via sms
Our Rainbow Door text message service works through your phone like a regular sms message. You can contact us any time of day, and we will return your text during our operating hours of 10am – 5pm, every day.
SMS support: 0480 017 246
Email for support
You can email our Rainbow Door service during operating hours (10am - 5pm, everyday), or after hours and we will respond to you within 24 hours. We want to make seeking help as easy and accessible for everyone.
Email: support@rainbowdoor.org.au
Call us for support
Our Rainbow Door phone line is open 10am - 5pm, everyday. You can speak to one of our peer support workers for support, advice, information and referral. You can also contact us after hours and leave a message.
Phone: 1800 729 367