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Our words matter: new guidelines to enact positive language change
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How everyone can play a role in reducing stigma through better informed choices about language use around mental health and wellbeing, mental ill-health, suicide and self-harm, eating disorders and alcohol and other drugs (AOD).
Lifeline acknowledges 60 years of supporting Australians through every challenge
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The country’s leading crisis support and suicide prevention organisation celebrated its 60th birthday this March.
Action plan to address the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ people
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The federal government has committed to a 10-year LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing action plan alongside a $26 million research investment.
Lake Macquarie City Council signs the National Communications Charter
Posted in Sector news The Charter
Lake Macquarie City Council Mayor Kay Fraser has signed the National Communications Charter on behalf of the Council demonstrating a clear commitment to prioritising mental health for the communities of Lake Macquarie.
Transcultural Mental Health Centre launches Australia's first multicultural mental health line
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The NSW Transcultural Mental Health Centre (TMHC) has announced the launch of the Transcultural Mental Line (TMHL).
Spotlight on LGBTIQ+ mental health
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Sydney WorldPride and Mardi Gras celebrations are a time to celebrate, but also focus on the health of LGBTIQ+ people
Reconceptualising approaches to men's mental health and suicidality
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The recent Black Dog Institute’s Expert Insights session explores how we need to shift our understanding, approaches, responses and treatment of men’s distress.
R U OK? launches new podcast supporting emergency services personnel
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R U OK? has released the ‘Are They Triple OK?' podcast, featuring personal stories and conversation tips to help police and emergency services personnel feel more connected and supported.
Australian and New Zealand Mental Health Association signs The Charter
Posted in Sector news The Charter
With over 14,000 members, ANZMHA demonstrates its commitment to developing better structures and processes within the organisation to reduce stigma and promote help-seeking behaviour.
New video series aims to help identify and prevent suicide
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The Tough Times from the Heart video series by Suicide Prevention Awareness Network Central Victoria shares the lived experience and insights of suicide and suicidality.
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