This project aims to deliver Mental Health First Aid workshops in towns across the north west. These workshops will enhance the skills of local residents, front-line staff in businesses, agencies, local governments, and others. Participants will gain greater empathy for those facing mental health challenges and acquire the skills and confidence to initiate supportive conversations, such as, “Are you okay? I noticed you’ve been acting a bit differently today. Can I help you? How are things going with you?” These simple questions can significantly impact a community’s mental health support.
Typically, mental health support services are activated during or after a disaster or in the middle to end of a drought period. This project emphasises preparedness by equipping the community with essential skills before a disaster occurs. Southern Gulf NRM will collaborate with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) and the Rotary Club of Mount Isa South West Inc to deliver these workshops.
This project is supported by FRRR, through funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.
