Stronger Smarter Yarns for Life

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This is a one day, early suicide prevention training program created for and with First Nations Peoples,

including Professor Chris Sarra, 2016 NAIDOC Person Of The Year.

Content

1. An awareness of the prevalence of mental illness and suicide in Australia generally and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
2. A strengths based approach to social support and suicide prevention
3. An understanding of the unique factors contributing to thoughts of suicide for First Nations People, including the impact of colonisation
4. The skills and knowledge to identify signs and debunk social myths
5. Tailored Indigenous mental health conversation planning tools
6. List of suitable referral, support options and resources at local and national levels

Training Dates:  Friday 23^rd September

Time:  8.45 am until 4.00 pm

Venue:          Ngala
          24 Gregory Street Geraldton                                           

Facilitated by:        Derise Jones, Robyn Hunt & Sarah Collins

Registration essential for catering

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For information & Registration: Ph: Derise 0409 266 722      

FREE EVENT supported by WAPHA Morning and afternoon tea and lunch will be provided.