Before the hello: how support can start with everyday moments for LGBTIQA+ people
For many LGBTIQA+ people, decisions about who to open up to – about their mental health, their identity, or anything at all – are made long before the conversation starts. The L in the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan, ALGEE, stands for ‘Listen and communicate...
Gabby’s Story
“Finding my way”: Navigating mental health during tertiary years Tertiary education is a time of rapid change. Whether it’s moving away from home for the first time, adjusting to new independence, or balancing study with work and life, tertiary students can face...
Jenny’s story
Bridging the gap between care and confidence For over 21 years, Jenny has been delivering Mental Health First Aid training to communities and workplaces across Australia. This dedication was recognised at the National MHFA Instructor Summit Awards for the...
5 tips for supportive and inclusive mental health first aid conversations
In Australia many people have health conditions or needs that are not immediately visible. These diverse experiences – whether chronic, sensory sensitivities, mobility needs or neurodivergence – can influence how someone participates in mental health conversations....
Simon’s story
Editor, advocate and MHFAider Simon B Wright is a Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider) who spends his days shaping other people’s stories. As a successful screen editor, he has worked on series like Love on the Spectrum and Employable Me, helping bring neurodiverse...
