Kia Ora Everyone,
Today is Gumboot Friday. For Gumboot Friday we got into partners and learnt about each other, we then learnt about the Five Ways to Connect. First is to Take Notice, Connect, Be Active, Keep Learning and Give. Today we have done the first two, Take Notice and Connect. Something new I’ve learnt is that the creator of Gumboot Friday, Mike King had also once suffered from Mental Health Issues.
Gumboot Friday, is introduced for those with Mental Health issues. Mike King, who is the creator of Gumboot Friday, once suffered from Mental Health Issues. Mike King, helps those with Mental Health Issues, especially young people. With the help of Gumboot Friday, those with Mental Health have been improving. However, New Zealand has a high rate of suicide.