Community response to Mental Health workshops highlights need for more training

Participants listening with to Sarah from Highway to well during one of the recent workshops.

24th Sep 2024

Southern New England Landcare, in partnership with Highway to Well, recently delivered three successful Mental Health First Aid workshops in Guyra, Walcha, and Uralla.
A total of 40 attendees participated across these sessions, reflecting the strong interest and commitment within the community to improving mental health support in rural areas.
The workshops were designed to equip participants with the skills and confidence to recognize the signs of mental health issues, provide initial support, and guide individuals toward professional help.
Feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, with participants highlighting the value of the training, the quality of the presenter, and the importance of normalizing mental health conversations.
The workshops provided attendees with not only practical skills but also the confidence to approach mental health challenges within their families, workplaces, and communities.
Participants emphasized how important it is to normalize mental health conversations and integrate them into everyday life.
The success of these workshops demonstrates the ongoing need for mental health education in rural communities.
Southern New England Landcare will continue to explore opportunities to deliver more workshops and resources, ensuring that mental health support is readily available and accessible.
This project is made possible by the NSW Landcare Enabling Program, a collaboration between Local Land Services and Landcare NSW supported by the NSW Government and the Primary Health Network.

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