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25.01.2022 The Big Anxiety Festival (on in Sydney until 9 Nov) allows us, the community, to directly interact with mental health through a cultural platform that mixes both arts and science. A collaboration between UNSW Sydney and the Black Dog Institute, it aims to examine what makes us anxious as individuals and in our social groups. Learn more through their page. Want to learn more about mental health and applying practical skills? Join us for the few spots remaining at the free Mental Health First Aid course held this weekend 26-27 October in Zetland, Sydney (valued over $300). Visit http://bit.ly/MHFAOct2019 or email [email protected].
24.01.2022 WINTER SOLSTICE 2020 this Sunday 21 June at 6.00pm VIRTUAL ONLINE EVENT Winter Solstice is an annual community event supporting those affected by mental illness and suicide. Due to the COVID - 19 restrictions, Winter Solstice will be a virtual online event, so this year you can help us to shine a light on the darkest night from any part of Australia or the world. Hosted by Survivors of Suicide and Friends, Winter Solstice is in its 8th year and will feature keynote speakers i...ncluding Olympic basketballer Lauren Jackson (AO), British mental health campaigner Jonny Benjamin (MBE) and mental health expert Professor Patrick McGorry (AO). There will be musical performances by Liv Cartledge and The Northern Folk and the entire line up will be streamed on the Winter Solstice Facebook page. Light a fire or a candle and join online at https://www.facebook.com/alburywodongawintersolstice/
21.01.2022 WINGS of Hope Association is sending our thoughts and prayers to all community members, volunteers, and families affected by ongoing fires across Australia. #AustralianFires https://www.abc.net.au//nsw-victoria-communities-/11842558
20.01.2022 The 2020 Blackmores Mercie Whellan Women+Wellbeing Award nominations are now open This year's theme is mental wellbeing, an area of great need in today’s worl...d and something we care deeply about at Blackmores, as does our awards partner CCNB. Nominate someone who is making a difference to the mental wellbeing of people in her community. We want to celebrate her! http://bit.ly/2G6be1C Entries close 10.2.20. T&Cs apply
18.01.2022 This Gathering is an open and inclusive event, welcome to those bereaved by suicide, friends, family, and anyone in the community wishing to show their support. For more information, visit our website: http://bit.ly/WoHGathering2019 .... .... Share, like and follow the WINGS of Hope Gathering 2019
18.01.2022 We wish to thank Monica Clare Recruitment for their recent donation in light of suicide prevention month as part of their community giving scheme. We are grateful for your generosity to support WINGS of Hope and those bereaved by suicide.
18.01.2022 Don't forget to register to attend on Saturday 21st November for the annual WINGS of Hope Gathering - Inspiring Hope, a special service for those bereaved by suicide at 10am at Balmoral, NSW. Registration is required to attend due to COVID restrictions. Details are below with a booking link. We hope you can join us for this special event as part of the global initiative International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day and will be one of the many gatherings around the world bringing together those bereaved by suicide.
17.01.2022 Sadly there were some new faces at the WINGS of Hope Association Gathering last Saturday. This annual gathering is important to our growing community as we 1. remember our loved ones we’ve lost to suicide; 2. remind ourselves that we’re not alone on this journey and 3. to be mindful of your own selfcare Thank you to our partners, speakers and brave guests for attending.
17.01.2022 We are pleased to have someone from our community raise awareness and fundraise for those bereaved by suicide. Skye Ramsay will literally be fighting for more awareness around mental health and supporting those bereaved by suicide at the Cairns Charity Fight Night on Saturday 4th April 2020.
16.01.2022 A very successful Mental Health First Aid Course held over the weekend with some very special participants that added so much experience to the table. It was an honour to share and be vulnerable in the safe space created by the fantastic and sensitive workshop presenter, Liz Whyte and the wonderfully diverse people attending. A huge thanks again to Surfers Against Suicide and the City of Sydney for their generous support in making this training possible. Stay tuned for the ...next MHFA course! A special shoutout to Ted from the RIDE FOR HOPE!Suicide Awareness who has generously raised funds for child suicide bereavement support (the Ride will also be held in Sydney next year 2020 RIDE FOR HOPE! Suicide Awareness Sydney).
14.01.2022 Do You See What I See? World Mental Health Day 10 October 2019 is the international day for raising mental health awareness and encouraging mental health education. Make a #MentalHealthPromise (https://1010.org.au/make-a-promise/) and help reduce stigma around mental health, especially the stigma with suicide loss. With 1 out of 5 Australians being affected by mental illness, we can all challenge perceptions about mental health and help shed positive light on mental hea...lth. Help make a difference by enrolling in the free Mental Health First Aid Training Course 26-27 Oct here: https://wingsofhope.org.au//mental-health-first-aid-cours/ For suicide bereavement support groups and other services, please visit the WINGS of Hope website: https://wingsofhope.org.au/urgent-help/ If you or a friend requires any help, please contact: Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 (www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au) Lifeline 13 11 14 (www.lifeline.org.au) Kids Helpline 1800 551 800 (www.kidshelpline.com.au) #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthWeek
11.01.2022 We are sharing this survey from the The Science of Knowing as the study's findings will assist StandBy - Support after Suicide and other suicide bereavement services to enhance their services as well as supporting the evidence base for suicide bereavement services. All survey participants can request a summary of the research findings upon completion.
09.01.2022 With International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day right around the corner, WINGS of Hope invites you to our Annual Gathering 2019, which will be held on Saturday 23rd November, commencing at 11am in Balmoral. The purpose of intimate, public event is to bring together the bereaved by suicide in our community, to remind those bereaved that they are not alone in their loss and to inspire hope. This special ceremony honours and remembers our loved ones lost to suicide. For more information, check out the Event page or visit our website (http://bit.ly/WoHGathering2019).
09.01.2022 We wanted to share this important survey from Roses in the Ocean, this project aims to understand how individuals understand the term 'Lived Experience of Suicide'. We hope you can spare 5-20 minutes to fill in the survey questions.
06.01.2022 This year the 8th Winter Solstice event in Albury Wodonga is a virtual, live streamed Facebook event for all to join. This annual event brings the community together to share their evening and discuss mental health and the stigma of suicide. So save the date: Sunday, June 21 at 6pm There is no registration required for this event, just follow their facebook page.
06.01.2022 Please come join us this morning at the WINGS of Hope Gathering - Inspiring Hope for a special service for those bereaved by suicide at 11am, Balmoral. We thank CCNB for their support to the event - please come and have a coffee with us after the event at the local cafe.
04.01.2022 Due to the recent spike in calls to Lifeline since December (up to 14% on some days), they have just launched a new hotline to assist with Bushfire Recovery: 13 HELP! Learn more about this amazing initiative here: https://www.lifeline.org.au/sup/lifeline-campaigns/bushfire
04.01.2022 Thanks to our friends Winter Solstice for this live event for Suicide and a Mental Health Awareness https://www.facebook.com/alburywodongawintersolstice/videos/2576744465919627/
03.01.2022 Surfers Against Suicide are generously supporting WINGS of Hope to host free Mental Health First Aid training courses throughout the Sydney and Northern Beaches regions. Show them some love by liking their page! Surfers Against Suicide are all about engaging the surfing community to spread the word about suicide prevention and good mental health. They also want to raise awareness about the ripple effect of suicide and suicide prevention on the community. Surfers Against Sui...cide’s goals entwine well with the WINGS of Hope’s mission, so we are very grateful for their support. Stay tuned for information about the upcoming Mental Health First Aid course in the Northern Beaches region! Can’t wait? There are still some spots left at free Mental Health First Aid course held 26-27 October in Zetland, Sydney (valued over $300). Get in quick and visit http://bit.ly/MHFAOct2019 or email [email protected].
02.01.2022 This Saturday, those bereaved by suicide from around the world will join together for healing and support in attending International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day events. We hope that you, too, will find connection, understanding and hope at the WINGS of Hope Gathering this year. Please like and share with your family and friends and bring them along. As a reminder, here is the local event details: When: 11am-12:30pm, Sat 23 Nov Where: Rocky Island, Mosman (near Balmoral Be...ach rotunda) Parking: Metered parking available or unmetered parking within walking distance if preferred A big thank you to CCNB for their support to this event! Come join us for a coffee after the Gathering at the local cafe. For further details, see our Event page or our website http://bit.ly/WoHGathering2019
02.01.2022 CCNB has pooled together a selection of resources and tools you can access with one click. This information will be updated regularly so bookmark the page. Stay safe everyone.
01.01.2022 In this passionate industry of the not for profit sector, people often go above and beyond for their community. It is our role as leaders to show them a duty of care and ensure their ongoing physical and mental health within. Here is a good online resource from the Australian Psychology Society. https://www.psychology.org.au//3/20APS-IS-COVID-19-P1.pdf
01.01.2022 'Do you live in Canberra and have a lived experience of suicide?' @Rosesintheoceans are hosting a workshop that can empower you on your journey. We encourage you to take a look at Roses in the Ocean's website for other events that may be in your area.
