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...
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...
Shane’s story
The man, the stuffed dog and their important conversations Shane Wescott spends his workday supporting organisations with cyber security expertise, following years working in telecommunications in Defence. Outside of work, Shane dedicates much of his time to mental...
Ian’s story: From service to support
Content note: This story discusses suicide. When Ian joined the Air Force in 1968, it marked the beginning of a lifelong commitment to service. Over the next five decades, he served 37 years full-time and another 15 in the reserves, building a career that spanned...
Instructor Voices: How Geoffrey Ahern inspires change through Mental Health First Aid
How Geoffrey Ahern inspires change through Mental Health First Aid When Geoffrey Ahern steps into a training room, he’s not just there to deliver content – he’s there to make a meaningful difference for his MHFAiders. Winner of the 2025 National Instructor Summit’s...
