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25.01.2022 2 weeks to go! Please join me in supporting a fantastic initiative - the 2019 @fearlessptsdaustnz conference - Starting a National Conversation on PTSD, happening in Caloundra between August 21 - 23. I’ll be there as a featured speaker, sharing insights about the importance of stigma reduction initiatives as well as weaving in my personal story and the amazing work conducted by Beyond Blue in the Police and Emergency Services Program. For more information about this impor...tant mental health conference jump on to the Fearless Conference website, check out the Fearless social media pages or click through to: http://bit.ly/2Q64bKq @beyondblueofficial #FearlessPTSDAustNz #PTSD #PTSDAustNZ #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #support #mentalhealthmatters #advocacy #speaking #conference #conversation #community #beyondblue #police #ambulance #firefighter #firstresponders #emergencyservices See more

24.01.2022 I am incredibly humbled and honoured to announce that I am one of the Pro Bono Australia Impact 25 Award winners for 2019. From a shortlist of 150 individuals, the sector has chosen the 25 most inspiring and influential people in the social economy for 2019. The Impact 25 Awards shine a spotlight on individuals who are working to make the world a better place. These awards have been an important platform to promote awareness and advocacy for the causes that the winners repre...sent. I am extremely proud to have been put forward by my peers in this way and to be honoured at the upcoming 2019 Impact 25 Awards Night. To all who voted in the Impact 25 Awards, thank you for your support. It’s a fantastic feeling to be named alongside 25 of the country’s leaders creating change in the social services sector. Thank you also to those who have followed my personal journey of mental health, endurance sport and mental health advocacy activities. Your support inspires me to continue to challenge mental health stigma and encourage help-seeking behaviours. To read more about the incredible work conducted by the other Impact 25 winners, please click this link: https://www.pbaimpact.com/ Beyond Blue #2019Impact25 #mentalhealth #ptsd #emergencyservices #socialimpact #socialsector

22.01.2022 On Saturday evening, I had the pleasure of representing @beyondblueofficial at the 2019 Australian @alliedhealthawards. Beyond Blue was the charity partner of the awards event. It was a great night, celebrating the hard work, the dedication and the success of many allied health professionals, who are doing exceptional things for the wellbeing of others. It was also a fantastic opportunity to present about Beyond Blue - the service innovation work and the programmatic work we conduct with all Australian’s to promote mental health and wellbeing where they live, work and play. #mentalhealth #workplacementalhealth #mentallyhealthyworkplaces #awardsdinner #charitypartner #alliedhealth #wellbeing #healthservices

21.01.2022 Last week, I had the remarkable pleasure of representing @beyondblueofficial, speaking at the 2019 Safety in Action Conference Series The presentations at both the Workplace Wellbeing and Safety in Action components of the conference highlighted the importance of mentally healthy workplaces, how to create a mental health and wellbeing strategy and the world first research conducted in the Beyond Blue Police and Emergency Services Program. For more information about workplace... mental health, head the the HeadsUp website and for further reading on the Beyond Blue Police and Emergency Services program, head to bb.org.au/AnsweringTheCall #workplacementalhealth #mentalhealth #mentallyhealthyworkplaces #beyondblue #safetyinactionconference2019 #conference #emergencyservices #firstresponders

21.01.2022 Fantastic news to come out of QLD. Earlier this month, QLD Industrial Relations Minister, Grace Grace, announced presumptive workers’ compensation laws for first responders diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder. As a former QLD Police Officer with a diagnosis of work related PTSD, I warmly welcome this development. From our Beyond Blue National Mental Health and Wellbeing Study of Police and Emergency Services, and the world-first quantitative survey that underpins... the study, ‘Answering the Call’ (ATC), we know that the current workers’ compensation process does not seem to be serving claimants well. ATC survey responses indicate that three quarters of employees making workers’ compensation claims found the process to be unsupportive and stressful, and negatively impacting their recovery. Additionally, emergency services personnel have the highest rate of claims related to mental health of any occupation. In a statement, Grace outlined that the new laws will mean first responders and other prescribed workers and volunteers who are simultaneously struggling to cope with PTSD will not have to prove their injury is work-related. https://statements.qld.gov.au/statements/90408 #emergencyservices #ptsd #mentalhealth

20.01.2022 Doing a bit of a clean out to make room for bub’s arrival. In doing so, I came across a few momentos from conferences, events and campaigns that I’ve been fortunate to be a part of during my work at Beyond Blue. Sometimes it’s helpful to look back at the incredible experiences I’ve had in this role and the opportunities to share information about mentally healthy workplaces in police and emergency services sector and my personal lived experience of post traumatic stress disorder #ptsd #mentalhealth #emergencyservices

19.01.2022 Today was a very important day. I was honoured to be a guest at the joint @qldpolice, FBG Group and @beyondblueofficial mental health strategy and action plan workshop. A very special thank you to Jonathan Norton for facilitating this significant conversation. The workshop was a collaborative display of innovation and commitment to the mental health and wellbeing of the Queensland Police Service workforce. Today was also an important day for me - the first time walking on to... the Academy grounds since 2010. I am grateful to be able to contribute to meaningful conversations that have the potential to make a real impact - to protect those who protect us. #mentalhealth #police #workplacementalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #firstresponders #QPSA #QPS #mentalhealthstrategy #conversation @ Police Academy, Oxley.

19.01.2022 I’m excited to be a featured speaker at the 2019 Fearless PTSD conference - Starting a National Conversation on PTSD, happening in Caloundra between August 21 - 23. I’ll be sharing insights about the importance of stigma reduction initiatives as well as weaving in my personal story and the amazing work conducted by Beyond Blue in the Police and Emergency Services Program. For more information about this important mental health conference click through to: http://bit.ly/2Q...64bKq #FearlessPTSDAustNz #PTSD #PTSDAustNZ #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #support #mentalhealthmatters #advocacy #speaking #conference #conversation #community #beyondblue #police #ambulance #firefighter #firstresponders #emergencyservices

18.01.2022 I’m very excited to share that I’ll be representing Beyond Blue on Thursday this week at the 2020 Fortem Australia ‘Emergency Services Mental Health & Leadership Summit’ The summit is an opportunity for the emergency services sector academics, commissioners, senior staff and health & wellbeing teams to come together and share leading and best practice mental health initiatives. I am providing a keynote on Beyond Blue's National Mental Health and Wellbeing Study of Police an...d Emergency Services (2016-2020) - Summarising the three phases of Beyond Blue's research regarding mental health and wellbeing in Australia's police and emergency services sectors - Addressing complex challenges in the emergency services sector by examining leading practice initiatives - Collaborating with the police and emergency services sector to drive systemic change Due to COVID-19, on Thursday 15th & Friday 16th October, Fortem Australia will host the Emergency Services Mental Health & Leadership Summit live and online. To register to attend this event, head to this link: https://info.publicsectornetwork.co/fortem-leadership-and-m #mentalhealth #emergencyservices #firstresponders

17.01.2022 On Thursday this week, I have the absolute honour of emceeing a live webinar event for my favourite charity, R U OK Day. This webinar is an initiative of R U OK?’s ‘Are they Triple OK?’ campaign that aims to increase levels of peer and social support for police and emergency services workers nationwide. This free and interactive online event aims to provide practical tips and guidance from industry professionals and experts on how to have a conversation with and provide suppo...rt to police and emergency service workers when they're confronted with challenges at work and in life. This event is for emergency services workers and volunteers and their family and friends. The event will include interviews with industry specialists from psychologists, peer support officers, sector support services through to everyday workers and volunteers. Topics will include: * How conversations can make a difference * The signs it might be time to start a conversation * Simple, practical tools to help you have a conversation * Managing emotional reactions during a conversation * Useful contacts and support options for someone who’s not OK * How to stay connected and provide support remotely / digitally Tickets are free and available through eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/are-they-triple-ok-how-to-h Date: Thursday 3 December Time: * 12:30pm - 1:15pm AEST * 12:00pm - 12:45pm ACDT * 11:00am - 11:45am ACST * 9:30am - 10:15am AWST

17.01.2022 Such a lovely shout out from the @gcbulletin and @saintstephenscollege Looking forward to returning this year to speak at the year 10 dinner @georgesalphotos @kathmandugear #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #ptsd #running #ultramarathon #iceland #endurance #skierg #worldrecord #goldcoast #ssc #saintstephenscollege @ Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

15.01.2022 This weekend was an amazing experience at the 2019 Western Australia Fire and Emergency Services Conference. I had the absolute pleasure of meeting with our partners in the Wellness Department and being a guest of the DFES Commissioner at the Awards Gala Dinner. Today was also incredible. I was fortunate to speak at the Conference to 800 volunteers, personnel and delegates, sharing insights about the importance of mentally healthy workplaces, stigma reduction initiatives as ...well as weaving in my personal story of PTSD and endurance sports and the amazing work conducted by @beyondblueofficial in the Police and Emergency Services Program. It was a whirlwind trip, but always a pleasure to visit WA! #mentalhealth #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness #support #mentalhealthmatters #advocacy #speaking #conference #conversation #community #beyondblue #police #ambulance #firefighter #firstresponders #emergencyservices @ Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre

14.01.2022 Late last year I was fortunate to share a conversation with Lisa Leong, the host of the ABC Radio National ‘This Working Life’ podcast. During this podcast episode, I shared my story as a former police officer, my journey with trauma and my mental health diagnosis. Ultimately, the trauma that I faced at work led me to leaving a job I loved. This podcast conversation also covers my pursuit of mental health advocacy for the lived experience community and systems level change.... We need to retire the unhelpful stereotype that all emergency services workers are made of steel and reinforce the idea that it’s OK to not be OK and it’s OK to seek support. To listen, head to the ABC Listen app, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. You can also access the episode here: https://www.abc.net.au//this-working/new-document/13103286 #mentalhealth #ptsd #mentalhealthadvocacy #livedexperience #podcast #emergencyservices #firstresponders #itsokaynottobeokay

14.01.2022 Incredibly powerful things happen when the emergency services sector unites. Often, the services come together to protect life and property of the Australian community in times of critical emergency. This time, it's to help each other. To ask a very important question - R U OK? The R U OK Day 'Are They Triple OK?' campaign is a resource for emergency services personnel, their peers and their family to help guide meaningful conversations. It equips people with the tools to hel...p those who help us. Being prepared to have regular and sincere conversations about mental health and wellbeing is one way you can help anyone who may be struggling to feel supported.The campaign seeks to support workers at home and in the workplace to encourage early intervention and help-seeking behaviours I am so immensely proud to be a member of the Advisory Group for this campaign. It was a privilege to contribute to the direction and content of this resource. A huge shout out to the incredible team behind the scenes at R U OK? Find out more at www.ruok.org.au

14.01.2022 Queensland Police Service colleagues! I’m excited to announce that I’ve been invited to give a presentation to the Logan Police District on Friday 23 August 2019 at Logan Central Station between 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm. I’ll be sharing insights about the @beyondblueofficial Police and Emergency Services Program as well as weaving in my personal story from PTSD diagnosis to endurance sport pursuits. A very special thank you to a certain Peer Support Officer and the Logan Police... District for organising this event. Look for updates from the Logan HSO / People Capability Command for further information. It would be great to see many of you there! #queenslandpolice #logan #qps #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #support #conversation

13.01.2022 It was an absolute pleasure to represent @beyondblueofficial as a keynote speaker at the 2019 Frontline Mental Health Conference, hosted by the Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association. This morning, I shared the work conducted in the Beyond Blue Police and Emergency Services Program, including providing insights about the importance of mentally healthy workplaces and the ground breaking research conducted in the Beyond Blue National Mental Health and Wellbeing Stu...dy of Police and Emergency Services, and the survey that underpins the National Study, 'Answering the Call'. It was incredible to share the stage with two of Australia's most decorated people - Sir Angus Houston AK AC AFC and Allan Sparkes CV,OAM,VA,FRSN. It's fantastic to see the developments in the police and emergency services sector. Opportunities like this help build a dedicated and collective effort to ensure that we strengthen our approach to protecting those who protect us to bring mental health out of the shadows and into everyday conversations. We look forward to continuing this important work with the Australian emergency services community in the Beyond Blue Police and Emergency Services Program. #fmhc #mentalhealth #workplacementalhealth #research #keynote #presentation #firstresponders #frontline #police #fire #ambulance #SES @ Townsville, Queensland

13.01.2022 Today is #PTSD awareness day. Many of you would know that I have PTSD - a mental health diagnosis given after cumulative exposure to occupational trauma from my time employed as a Queensland Police Officer. I’m regularly challenged by my PTSD symptoms and how symptoms impact the way I experience the world around me. However, after nearly 8 years of living with this condition, I have many self-care and professional supports in place, and I feel well (often thriving) in many a...spects of life. I also know that it’s okay not to be okay, and to put my hand up and ask for help when I’m struggling. I share this because the more people know about PTSD the better. In relation to help-seeking, perceived and self stigma remain major barriers to accessing and seeking support. We can improve this by sharing lived experience stories of mental health challenges. We can improve this by accessing support for our own mental health challenges and encouraging others to do the same. We can improve this by creating supportive workplaces - effectively managing risks to mental health at work, promoting the positives of work and worker strengths, and supporting people with a mental health condition to remain at or return to work. Visit Phoenix Australia for more info on PTSD. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #ptsd #support

12.01.2022 I’m super excited to share that I’ll be featuring alongside a number of highly regarded mental health clinicians, researchers, practitioners and personal experience speakers at the 2019 WorkSafe Tasmania PTSD Mental Health Matters Conference. The conference will be held on 14 October 2019 in Hobart and 15 October in Launceston and aims to deepen understanding of best practice treatment and recovery. Head to https://www.worksafetasmonth.com.au/ptsd-mental-health-mat/ for fu...rther details #worksafetasmania #tasmania #hobart #launceston #ptsd #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #support #conference #speakingengagement See more

12.01.2022 It was great to represent @beyondblueofficial at the @fearlessptsdaustnz 2019 PTSD conference yesterday in Caloundra. Many personal stories of hope, recovery and resilience were shared and important conversations were had about clinical intervention, pharmacology and stigma reduction activities. Today was also a very important day. I had the pleasure of being invited to speak to the Logan Police District to share insights from the Beyond Blue Police and Emergency Services Pr...ogram as well as weaving in my personal story from PTSD diagnosis to endurance sport pursuits. A very special thank you to the @qldpolice People Capability Command, the Logan PSO’s/ HSO and the Logan District personnel who took the time to share in this conversation. #queenslandpolice #logan #qps #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #support #conversation #fearlessptsd #ptsd #workplacementalhealth @ Caloundra Beach

11.01.2022 Voting closes on 13 February 2020: I am extremely honoured to share that I have been named as a finalist in the 2019 Pro Bono Australia Impact 25 Awards. The fi...nalists of this award are made up of innovators and influencers from across the social sector, who are all achieving positive change in their communities. It’s an amazing feeling to be named among so many exceptional individuals working to drive change locally, nationally and internationally to improve the lives of others. These awards have been an important platform to promote awareness and advocacy for the causes that the winners represent. It’s for this reason I am reaching out to you all to ask for your vote. To cast your vote for the top 25 social sector change makers, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/gi_pFAx To read about the exceptional work of all nominees, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/gZiF2VS #socialimpact #impact #socialsector #mentalhealth #mentalhealthsupport #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

09.01.2022 Last week, I was fortunate to share a conversation with Tiffanee Cook, host of the Roll With The Punches podcast. Tiffanee’s podcast is a powerful vehicle for authentic and impactful conversations. It’s one of my all time favourites. Over the last few months, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed tuning in as a listener. It was an honour to join as a guest. During this podcast episode, I shared my story as a former police officer, my journey with trauma and my mental health diagnosis. We... also discussed all things ultra-marathon running and endurance sport pursuits. This podcast conversation also covers my pursuit of mental health advocacy for the lived experience community and systems level change. We need to retire the unhelpful stereotype that all emergency services workers are made of steel and reinforce the idea that it’s OK to not be OK and it’s OK to seek support. To listen, head to Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. https://linktr.ee/rollwiththepunches #mentalhealth #ptsd #mentalhealthadvocacy #livedexperience #podcast #emergencyservices #firstresponders #itsokaynottobeokay

07.01.2022 10 years ago, at the age of 21, I started the journey of becoming a Queensland Police Officer. So much has happened since then. Countless exposure to critical incidents, the adrenaline rush of being a first responder, the serious and protracted criminal investigations, serving the Queensland community to protect life and property. It was an incredible job and I’m so proud to have served beside some of the most professional and skilled officers in the state. Unfortunately, it... was not the long term job for me, as I sustained a workplace mental health injury - a diagnosis of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Mental health challenges can be deeply personal and often difficult to see. It’s why I ultimately had to leave the Police Service. 10 years later, I have found there is tremendous strength in practicing self love and acceptance. I’ve also found that with the right supports in place, it’s very possible to feel well in many aspects of life, thrive and achieve more than you could possible imagine. To intake 1/2010 - I feel so grateful to have learned the job beside you. To those still in the job, stay safe out there. To those who have left, I hope you’ve found peace and can look back fondly on what was, for the most part, a fantastic career choice. #10yearanniversary #police #firstresponder #mentalhealth #ptsd

05.01.2022 Today is an important today. September 10 marks R U OK Day and #worldsuicidepreventionday. It is a national day of action, where we we are reminded that every day is an opportunity to ask, are you OK? If someone is struggling or impacted by the challenges and ups and downs of life. To me, it’s one of the most important days on the calendar. While today is a great prompt to start a conversation and a national day of action, every day is an opportunity to check in with thos...e who we notice might not be OK. 2020 has been a tough one for many. Starting a conversation, listening, encouraging action and checking in regularly can have such a profound impact for those who are finding this year especially challenging. While it can be difficult to talk about suicide, or even to start the conversation, research conducted by Beyond Blue shows you can have a positive influence on someone who may be considering suicide by initiating a conversation with them and supporting them to seek support. This is an important message, as you you don’t need to be a clinician, a GP, or a nurse to check-in with someone you are worried about. It is OK to let someone know you have noticed they are struggling and ask them if they are experiencing thoughts of suicide. On a personal note, I really love the work of R U OK? and thoroughly enjoy the opportunity to collaborate with this organisation in my role at Beyond Blue. R U OK? inspires and empowers people to connect and have meaningful conversations with anyone who may be struggling with life. I believe in the power of conversation and R U OK? demonstrates that a conversation has the potential to change a life. For more on how to have a conversation with someone you may be concerned about, head to the R U OK? website. If someone is in crisis, be sure to make contact with Lifeline. If there is danger to life, call 000. #ruok #ruokday #worldsuicidepreventionday #suicideprevention #conversation

02.01.2022 The recent news that four Victoria Police members were killed following a vehicle intercept is heartbreaking. Last night, today and always, I stand beside those officers, their family, friends and colleagues. Many will be hurting today and for quite some time. Emergency services personnel around the country both current and former, will also be hurting. A death in the emergency services family is felt very profoundly regardless of geography. It may have been several years ...since I've worn a uniform, but family is family. My thoughts and deepest condolences are with many during this incredibly challenging time. If you or others require assistance, please know that there are supports available. Substantial support is offered internally at police and emergency services agencies. There are also supports available externally including Beyond Blue (ph: 1300 22 4636) and Lifeline (ph: 13 1114). Both organisations are available 24 hours / 7 days a week. You can also talk to someone you trust, contact your GP, a counselor, psychologist or psychiatrist. Yours in health, James

02.01.2022 I am extremely honoured to share that I have been named as a finalist in the 2019 Pro Bono Australia Impact 25 Awards. The finalists of this award are made up of innovators and influencers from across the social sector, who are all achieving positive change in their communities. One such finalist is someone I greatly respect - Greg Mullins AO AFSM, a former Fire Service Commissioner who established the Emergency Leaders for Climate Action group. It’s an amazing feeling to be... named among so many exceptional individuals working to drive change locally, nationally and internationally to improve the lives of others. To cast your vote for the top 25 social sector change makers, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/gi_pFAx To read about the exceptional work of all nominees, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/gZiF2VS #socialimpact #impact #socialsector #mentalhealth #mentalhealthsupport #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness