1 Jan 2020 DRAFT

The Turning Point Project
The inspiration for the Turning Point Project came to Ross from reading other people’s
stories and an acknowledgement of how powerful and transformative that was
for his own recovery. This project is an opportunity for participants of Reawaken to
come together and share personal experiences in community. While it will
acknowledge the darkness in people lives and the world, ultimately, it will be a compilation
of gems, reflecting the many facets of recovery.
This collaboratively produced document seeks to connect us with ourselves and each
other, and in this process help create healing and positive change.
Ross Marshall is a Peer Support Worker for Uniting SA. He
has a passion for working with people, and does this in his
current role by walking alongside individuals who are engaged
with the South Australian, public mental health system.
Being in relationship with others and the mutual learning
that takes place - using our Lived Experience - is what
keeps Ross motivated. Being part of Reawaken is consistent
with his commitment to building community; A community
where vulnerability is viewed as a strength and power imbalances
are acknowledged and used for good, encouraging people to realise their
abilities and giving them the freedom to make choices.
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