This presentation will explore Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ mental health, social and emotional wellbeing, and suicide-prevention frameworks. It will trace key developments, including the launch of the 5th National Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Plan in 2017, and highlight pathways, principles and responsibilities for reducing distress and improving care across our communities.

Presenter: Tom Brideson (Kamilaroi/Gomeroi)

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Enhance their understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander mental health, SEWB and suicide prevention
2. Recognise individual and organisational responsibilities, and ways of working to improve outcomes
3. Explore the future we are seeking through improvements in care