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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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