Calling recent graduates in social work, psychology or occupational therapy who’d love to make a real difference for young people in Australia. Applications for the headspace 2023 Graduate Program open in July. Find out more > bit.ly/3GigXiW

It’s NAIDOC. This year’s theme is ‘Get up! Stand up! Show up!’ From standing up against racism to showing up for our First Nations families, friends and colleagues by celebrating their history, culture and achievements, we all have a role to play > naidoc.org.au

“We are a small part of the population but we have incredible influence. There is a place for you in the future.” We sat down to chat with Lilly Brown, Executive Director First Nations Wellbeing & Engagement, about her message for First Nations young people this NAIDOC Week.

The National Mental Health Commission National Mental Health Commission will be visiting 34 cities & towns across Australia to hear communities' experiences with mental health or suicide prevention systems. Register to attend here > making-connections.com.au #MakingConnections

Young people’s experiences at headspace centres were very positive, based on recent findings. Importantly, young people felt listened to and understood at headspace. Read the full report here > bit.ly/3nao44m

Nominations are now open for the Queensland Mental Health Week Achievement Awards, which recognise and celebrate the achievements of those working to reduce stigma & support and empower those living with mental illness across QLD. Find out more here > bit.ly/3nF8yNV

Coming from a multicultural background can shape young people’s experiences in different ways. Hear multicultural young people share their experiences of navigating mental health & what embracing cultural identity meant to them in our new video series at bit.ly/3aJ26Th

headspace welcomes the Federal Government’s announcement of a $44m funding boost to reduce wait times & bolster the workforce at headspace centres. The funding will help to expand access to vital services for young people, when & where they need it most > bit.ly/3yTabNh

Applications are now open for social work, occupational therapy and psychology graduates for our Graduate Program. Graduates gain access to 2 years of comprehensive youth mental health training and development. Apply by 22nd August 2022 > fal.cn/3qtQn

Join one of our final info sessions for the current intake of the headspace Graduate Program tomorrow 2 Aug 6 – 8PM AEST. We are looking for recent graduate Psychologists, Occupational Therapists and Social Workers, to join headspace. Register now > bit.ly/3PyxJOA.

Today is National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day. This year’s theme is ‘My Dreaming, My Future’, recognising the story that each young person is born into through their ancestral connections. Find out more > aboriginalchildrensday.com.au.

An exciting opportunity has opened for First Nations Allied Health Graduate roles. This position will be situated in a clinical team at a headspace centre & closely linked to the First Nations Wellbeing & Healing Division at headspace National. Learn more bit.ly/3d1xAow

“I can’t believe the amount of growth I’ve had. It’s amazing to look back and think about what I can do now.” Two months into the headspace Graduate Program, we chatted to Larry, about their experience. For more info & to apply > bit.ly/3ztyV05.

If you’re a recent graduate in psychology, occupational therapy or social work, the headspace Graduate Program might be perfect for you. Applications for the current intake are closing on 22 August 2022. Find out more & apply at bit.ly/3S3HTZ6.

Happy to support the important research RMIT University are conducting about people’s experiences, understandings & views of living with the diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). You can learn more about the study and contribute at bit.ly/3Kipzbp

Today is #WearItPurple Day & this year’s theme is ‘Still Me, Still Human’.  Wear it Purple Day raises awareness about the need to eradicate bullying based on sexuality & gender diversity. Find out more & get involved at wearitpurple.org. #wearitpurpleday2022

A new study shows the transformative impact headspace is having on the lives of young people in communities across Australia. Read more > bit.ly/3wBTG83

Today, we are joining our friends Suicide Prevention Australia to shine a light on #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. Almost 10 million Australians know someone who has been impacted by suicide. Learn more about how you can support: bit.ly/3D8aRlP. #WSPD2022

A new independent evaluation says headspace is cost-effective, well designed, aligned to the mental health needs of young people, and has a reach and take-up that has increased over time. Read more > bit.ly/3CZ99CF

What a difference 9 years makes! I had the great privilege to open headspace Newcastle back in 2013. 9 years on and thousands of young people have passed through these doors. Huge thanks to the dedicated staff who are here to help when our kids need it.