The family of late Swedish producer Avicii have launched a foundation to address mental health and suicide prevention, almost one year on from the musician’s passing.
In April of 2018, the world of music was undoubtedly rocked to learn of the death of Swedish producer Tim Bergling, known professionally as Avicii.
Although no cause of death was revealed at the time, later reports confirmed that the musician had taken his own life, after struggling with mental health issues for some time.
While numerous tributes were made in honour of Avicii’s death, his passing once again opened up a dialogue on mental health within the public sphere.
Now, as we approach the one-year anniversary of the musician’s death, his family have launched a new foundation in his honour.
As Rolling Stone reports, the Tim Bergling Foundation will officially launch on April 20th.
“Tim wanted to make a difference,” the musician’s family explained in a statement. “Starting a foundation in his name is our way to honour his memory and continue to act in his spirit.”
The new foundation will exist to raise both money and awareness for a number of causes, including issues related to mental illness and suicide prevention.
Likewise, a number of environmental causes will also be focused on as well, including those related to climate change, and the conservation of both nature and endangered species.
This of course should come as no surprise to fans of Avicii, with the producer becoming renowned for his philanthropic spirit.
In addition to starting his own House For Hunger foundation in 2011, Avicii was a supporter of charities such as Feeding America, The Feed Foundation, and even supported causes to end human trafficking and gang violence.
If you or somebody you care for needs help or information about depression, suicide, anxiety, or mental health issues, contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.
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