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By the end of 2025, headspace Early Psychosis will reach an important milestone: the expansion of the program into every state and territory in Australia. 71% of young people in the Early Psychosis program improved significantly in 2022-23, and with the upcoming opening of headspace Canberra (ACT) and headspace Eastern Shore (TAS), young people will be able to access the headspace Early Psychosis program in a total of 16 locations across Australia. We’re continuing to work with government and local communities in advocating for more Early Psychosis services across Australia. To learn more about headspace Early Psychosis, our free and confidential support program for young people who or are at risk of developing psychosis, visit: https://bit.ly/3X11PPF

Do you live in Victoria and dream of attending the AFL Grand Final? Here’s your chance!    With thanks to our Community Partners AFL - Australian Football League you could win 2 x tickets to the 2024 Toyota AFL Grand Final and AFL Grand Final Eve Lunch!    Purchase your tickets in the headspace raffle now and help raise vital funds for young people: https://bit.ly/3Xtlp7n    Raffle closes 9am (AEST) Tuesday 24 September and is open to Victorian residents aged 18 or older.     T&C's Apply. AFL Authorised GF Promotion: GFAFL24/159. 

Today is R U OK? Day. This year’s theme is ‘Ask R U OK? Any Day’, which encourages year-round conversations about mental health to help prevent small things from becoming big things. At headspace, supporting young people and their families to start conversations about mental health is a big part of what we do. Remember, you don’t need to be an expert to have an R U OK? conversation with a young person in your life. Listening and giving them your time might be just what they need to help them through. Learn more at https://www.ruok.org.au/ #ruokanyday #ruok

We’ve come together with Australia’s leading mental health organisations to advocate for an evidence-based approach to online safety that centres the nuanced needs and experiences of young people. headspace CEO Jason Trethowan said: “While the challenges and dangers associated with social media are clear, we also know there are important benefits to be found online. “Social media provides young people with opportunities for connection and to have their voices heard, especially young people who belong to marginalised communities or who live in remote places. “Social media is also one of the ways that young people learn about mental health and the supports available to them. “Banning access to social media is a blunt instrument that may have unintended consequences if done before considering these benefits.” Read the full joint statement below, or read Jason’s perspective here: https://bit.ly/4gms6kA ReachOut Australia, Black Dog Institute, Beyond Blue, Prevention United, ARACY, PROJECT ROCKIT, Suicide Prevention Australia, Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) Australia, LGBTIQ+ Health Australia 

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. At headspace, we recognise the vital role that friends, family schools and communities can have in improving a young person’s mental health outcomes. This year’s theme is a reminder of the importance of a young person’s circle of care and highlights that we all have a role in raising awareness, encouraging help-seeking and breaking down the stigma surrounding mental health. Learn more about World Suicide Prevention Day here: https://bit.ly/3T4sVo0 If you or someone you know needs urgent support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or emergency services on 000.

Applications for the headspace Youth National Reference Group close at 11:59pm AEST on Sunday 22 September 2024! We’re looking for young people who are passionate about mental health and want to use their lived experience to help shape headspace services, programs and campaigns.  For everything you need to know or to apply, visit: https://bit.ly/3Z6NwvM

While it is clear that many young people use social media, the impacts on their mental health are less well understood – and can be both positive and negative. headspace is committed to listening to young people about the issues that impact them. The ongoing social media debate needs to take into account the complexity of young people's relationship with the online world. That's why we've partnered with Orygen on a submission to the Joint Select Committee on Social Media and Australian Society, calling on the government to listen to young people's nuanced experiences. Together, we can work towards an evidence-based solution that ensures young people are safe, connected and empowered. Swipe to read our take on social media on youth mental health ➡️  Read the full joint submission with headspace and Orygen here:  https://bit.ly/4ga1cMC

We're proud to announce that our suite of digital mental health services has been awarded accreditation against the National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health (NSQDMH) Standards. The NSQDMH Standards, developed by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care, recognise excellence in safety and quality assurance for digital mental health services headspace CEO Jason Trethowan said:  “Young people are increasingly turning to the internet for mental health information and care, and we need to ensure there are quality resources and avenues of support available to them. “We are proud to receive accreditation under the National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health Standards, which further demonstrates why headspace is a trusted source of support for Australian young people and their families.” Read more: https://bit.ly/3Mp0MUT

Today is Wear it Purple Day – a national occasion dedicated to celebrating and showing solidarity with young people in the LGBTIQA+ community 💜 Read this powerful personal essay, penned by Joey – a member of our headspace Youth National Reference Group. Joey reflects on what the day means to them as a queer young person, and reminds us to hold onto the moments of joy that come from being our authentic selves.  #WearItPurple #WearItPurpleDay2024 

Are you aged 18-25 and passionate about youth mental health? Applications for the 2025 headspace National Youth Reference Group (hY NRG) are now open!     hY NRG is a team of young people whose lived experience plays a vital role in shaping headspace services, programs and campaigns, ensuring young people's voices and opinions remain front and centre.     Want to learn more? Sign up for our upcoming information session here: https://bit.ly/4dqX5Kg