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...
MHFAI and the Mental Health Commission of Canada partner to bring The Working Mind program to Australia
14 November 2025: Two international leaders in mental health training have joined forces in a landmark partnership to expand an internationally recognised, evidence-based program to Australian workplaces in 2026. Mental Health First Aid International (MHFAI) and...
Sean’s story
From campus to community: How Mental Health First Aid shaped the way Sean shows up. Sean Ryan arrived in Australia as an international student in 2017, prepared for the challenges of navigating a new country and balancing university expectations with part time work,...
Dan’s Story
How burnout became a mission to help others It took an almost out-of-body experience during a meeting for Dan to recognise that his working hours were unsustainable. Burnt out and disconnected, he realised something had to change. Dan had been working in the...
Aunty Margaret’s story
Healing through connection and culture Margaret Saunders (nee Grant) is a proud and respected descendant of the Wongaibon people of the Bogan River from the Wiradjuri Nation. As a Principal Master MHFA Licensed Instructor, trainer and assessor, and a deeply committed...
