In the world of violence prevention, strategies focused on bystander intervention have received growing attention. One woman committed to being an active bystander is this week’s podcast guest, Vanessa Fowler. Vanessa was a keynote speaker at our annual STOP Domestic…

Employing people with lived experience in peer worker roles to support others offer a range of benefits. They know what it is like to experience mental ill health, and can share experiences of personal recovery. This week’s podcast guest Fay…

Despite being less likely to seek help, men are at the greatest risk of suicide. Blokes make up an average six out of every eight suicides every single day in Australia. One man committed to supporting men’s mental health is…

The issue of substance use among youth is one that we see in the media almost every day. The topic is often difficult to discuss – but one man committed to spreading the word is this week’s guest, Rodney Bridge.…

It’s that time of year again – razors are banished, Movember is in full swing, and the discussion of men’s health is in the spotlight. This week’s podcast guest Brendan Maher is responsible for overseeing Movember’s global suite of mental…

Recent research has indicated that early intervention and treatment in child and adolescence dramatically impact the course of mental illness. Working extensively in acute child and adolescent mental health, this week’s podcast guest Dr. Stephen Spencer (PhD) knows the importance…

Within the mental health space, sharing experiences is a powerful way to showcase support, while inspiring others to know they are not alone in their struggles. Committed to creating greater connected communities is this week’s podcast guests, The Blackbutterfly Group.…

This week, we are proud to announce our newest association ambassador, Libby Trickett. A former Australian swimmer, Libby collected 24 gold medals on the international stage across Olympic, Commonwealth Games and World Championships events. This included eight long course and…

When advocating for mental health awareness, community involvement is vital. This week’s podcast guest Trent Chapman is passionate about using his lived experience of mental health challenges to create education and awareness to his community. Now 35 years of age,…

The psychological impacts of bullying go far beyond hurt feelings – with persistent bullying leading to depression, anxiety and contributing to feelings of suicidal behavior. One man committed to speaking up and speaking out is this week’s guest, Dacre Danes.…