Events List

9K per Day Challenge

Run or walk 9000 (9k) steps per day for 30 days for the 9 Australians we lose through suicide every day. Raise awareness and much-needed funds to help save lives and deliver community-based mental health services in Australia. Together we can combat depression, anxiety, and other mental illnesses. Kick off your 30-day challenge anytime from September 1st, 2024 with the journey concluding on November 30th. SIGN UP TODAY!

Free

Coroner’s Court of Victoria

Online , Australia

“In this webinar, our Data in Practice series takes a deep dive into the Victorian Suicide Register. The Register has been in operation since 2012 and is the most accurate and timely data source for suicide in Victoria. The data is regularly used by the Victorian Department of Health, the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, Victoria Police, health services, and other bodies engaged in suicide prevention to inform their work.” 

Stand Up for Charity -Comedy Show

Sat 16 Nov'24 @ 7.30pm Marking International Men's Day In aid of local N.Beaches based male suicide prevention charity North Curl Curl Surf Club Huston Road Curl Curl NSW 2100 Doors open 7pm, performance kicks of 7.30pm Food provided and drinks are available to purchase at the club

$45

Mental Health First Aid Training for Adults

In this 2-day Standard Mental Health First Aid Training program, you'll learn to - Break the stigma Know the ACT Feel empowered to offer support Intervene early and confidently Provide initial aid Inclusions Morning Tea Light lunch Coffee & Tea Training manual Notebook & Pen Available in Sydney on 19th & 20th November & Melbourne 21st & 22nd November

$450

Wesley LifeForce Suicide Memorial Service – Canberra

Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club Mariner Place, Yarralumla, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Join us in Canberra to remember precious lives lost and to support those impacted. Wesley LifeForce Suicide Memorial Service Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club Thursday 21 November 2024 7.30 - 8.40am If you’ve been impacted by the loss of a loved one to suicide, join a community who share the experience of bereavement. Counsellors will be present to offer support. The event will feature music, stories of lived experience and hope, and a sunflower ceremony. Attendees are welcome to bring a photo and share a personal tribute on our memorial wall. Everyone is welcome.

Free

Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Training – Disability Support Work

PACC - Para Ability Community Care 84-86 Reservoir Road, Modbury, South Australia, Australia

Wesley LifeForce has developed quality suicide prevention training suite. Our suicide prevention workshops are based on the latest research in suicide prevention and are designed to teach people how to identify the signs that someone may be at risk of suicide, how to engage and appropriate action to take. Effective interventions can make a real difference and save lives. These life-saving conversations offer support and a safe space for open discussions while encouraging help seeking. Our disability support work suicide prevention training is a 2-hour program which was created in consultation with disability support providers and lived experience. The outline of the 2-hour disability support work program is: Safe use of language​ Australian suicide statistics​ Risk factors & protective factors​ Warning signs Supporting someone & active listening How to ask about suicide Safety planning Engaging in self-care practice Shared lunch following the workshop

Free

Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Full Day Workshop

Ballina RSL Club 1 Grant Street, Ballina, New South Wales, Australia

Wesley LifeForce has developed quality suicide prevention training suite. Our suicide prevention workshops are based on the latest research in suicide prevention and are designed to teach people how to identify the signs that someone may be at risk of suicide, how to engage and appropriate action to take.  Effective interventions can make a real difference and save lives. These life-saving conversations offer support and a safe space for open discussions while encouraging help seeking.  The outcomes understand risk and protective factors how to identify the warning signs that someone may be at risk of suicide how to ask directly about suicide intent understand what local and national support and resources are available to support a person at risk Ensuring participant safety Our workshop material is specifically designed keeping participant’s safety in mind. The course material utilises the MindFrame expert guidance regarding responsible reporting/portrayal of the issue of suicide.

Free

Mindframe training: Communicating about suicide & mental health concerns

online via Zoom

This Mindframe training session on safe and sensitive public communication around suicide and mental health concerns will include: A brief overview of the Mindframe program The Australian context, with current data The guidelines in-depth Examples of problematic communication Information about help-seeking and self-care Opportunity for a Q&A with Everymind team members about Mindframe.

LifeForce Suicide Prevention Workshop – Edenhope VIC

Edenhope Community Centre 128-134 Elizabeth Street, Edenhope, Victoria, Australia

Wesley LifeForce has developed quality suicide prevention training suite. Our suicide prevention workshops are based on the latest research in suicide prevention and are designed to teach people how to identify the signs that someone may be at risk of suicide, how to engage and appropriate action to take. Effective interventions can make a real difference and save lives. These life-saving conversations offer support and a safe space for open discussions while encouraging help seeking. The outcomes understand risk and protective factors how to identify the warning signs that someone may be at risk of suicide how to ask directly about suicide intent understand what local and national support and resources are available to support a person at risk Ensuring participant safety Our workshop material is specifically designed keeping participant’s safety in mind. The course material utilises the MindFrame expert guidance regarding responsible reporting/portrayal of the issue of suicide. Register here: Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Half Day Workshop - Edenhope VIC Tickets, Mon 09/12/2024 at 9:00 am | Eventbrite

Free

Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Full Day Workshop, Bellingen, NSW

Bellingen Youth Hub 2 William Street, Bellingen, New South Wales, Australia

Wesley LifeForce has developed quality suicide prevention training suite. Our suicide prevention workshops are based on the latest research in suicide prevention and are designed to teach people how to identify the signs that someone may be at risk of suicide, how to engage and appropriate action to take. Effective interventions can make a real difference and save lives. These life-saving conversations offer support and a safe space for open discussions while encouraging help seeking. The outcomes understand risk and protective factors how to identify the warning signs that someone may be at risk of suicide how to ask directly about suicide intent understand what local and national support and resources are available to support a person at risk Ensuring participant safety Our workshop material is specifically designed keeping participant’s safety in mind. The course material utilises the MindFrame expert guidance regarding responsible reporting/portrayal of the issue of suicide. Register here - Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Full Day Workshop, Bellingen, NSW - Wesley LifeForce Email: LifeForce@wesleymission.org.au or call 1800 100 024 for more information.

Free

2nd International Conference on Computer Science, Information Technology & AI (CSITAI 2024)

Batemans Bay Salvation Army Lifestyle & Worship Centre 25-27 Old Princes Hwy, Batemans Bay, NSW, Australia

2nd International Conference on Computer Science, Information Technology & AI (CSITAI 2024) will provide an excellent international forum for sharing knowledge and results in theory, methodology and applications of Computer Science, Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence. The Conference looks for significant contributions to all major fields of the Computer Science, Information Technology and AI in theoretical and practical aspects. The aim of the conference is to provide a platform to the researchers and practitioners from both academia as well as industry to meet and share cutting-edge development in the field.

$350

The Men’s Table Entree Online via Zoom

online via Zoom

The Men's Table Entree on Zoom  An introduction to The Men's Table through stories and dialogue.. for men interested in being part of a Men’s Table "It really gives me a sense of belonging - I feel a part of something" - James, Entree attendee "A chance to have a different kind of conversation with men from the normal one down at the pub or at work" - Carlos, Entree attendee -- The Entree will introduce you to how the Men's Table works in a relaxed and conversational online video call. You'll meet other men, learn about how a Table operates, and get a good feel for whether it is a fit for you. It will be hosted by two experienced members from existing Tables, sharing our experiences from the first 130+ Tables, and responding to your questions, concerns and ideas as you consider joining an existing Men's Table or being part of starting a newly forming Table in your local area. -- What is the Men’s Table? The Men’s Table is all about men serving men. The first Men's Table (MT1) began in 2011 with 12 men who have met once a month for dinner and ever since. It is now growing to become a national charity and community of men. The […]

$5.50