Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health Sector Prepares for Australia Day, Calls for Increased Cultural Support
As Australia Day approaches, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mental health organisations are urging increased attention to the social and emotional wellbeing and mental health of our communities. This time of year, is an opportunity to amplify self-determination and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander governance, supporting communities to navigate challenges and promote resilience in the face of heightened distress. Gayaa ... Read More
We must keep trying to improve mental health and suicide prevention outcomes
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should have every opportunity to live happy and fulfilling lives. Instead, too many of our families are struggling with mental health challenges, continuing grief and trauma, and suicide. It is a public health issue that must be addressed beyond the health system, says Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) Australia, the national peak body for Aboriginal ... Read More
Every day is World Suicide Prevention Day
For Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) Australia every day is World Suicide Prevention Day, as it works towards zero suicides amongst Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Established in 2020, Gayaa Dhuwi is the national peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and emotional wellbeing, mental health, and suicide prevention. Its role is to work across the system to ... Read More
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