A quiet revolution in mental health early intervention and prevention
In 1997, a quiet dog walk through the Canberra suburb of Weetangera became the setting for a conversation that would spark one of Australia’s most significant mental health programs, and one of our biggest mental health exports. Mental Health First Aid, now a...
Ally’s story: Why health students should complete MHFA training
Ally Egan is a fourth-year medical student at UNSW, currently completing her honours research at St George Private Hospital. While she’s focused on surgical outcomes in her research, she’s also paying close attention to the mental health and wellbeing of the people...
How the GambleAware MHFA program is shifting perspectives in NSW
In partnership with the NSW Office for Responsible Gambling, Mental Health First Aid International is currently delivering Conversations about Gambling and Talking about Gambling for free to NSW residents and communities as part of the state’s GambleAware program. ...
A veteran’s path to recovery through his community
After serving over two decades in the Australian Army, Craig’s transition to civilian life was far from easy. Craig’s final rotation in Afghanistan came with significant losses and, on returning to Australia, he struggled to find work. The psychological toll of his...
Breakthrough – Supporting post-bushfire resilience and recovery
As deadly bushfires spread across regions of South Australia at the start of summer 2019, John Mannion knew the impact would be devastating. As the CEO of Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation, he understands the significant and long-lasting impact that...
