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On World Suicide Prevention Day, AAMHP calls for conversation, connection and a mental-health system that reaches people earlier

On R U OK? Day, the Australian Association of Mental Health Practitioners (AAMHP) is encouraging Australians to move beyond the slogan and make meaningful connection part of everyday life.

The Australian Association of Mental Health Practitioners (AAMHP) is marking International Literacy Day by calling for a broader understanding of literacy as an issue of dignity, participation, health and psychological wellbeing.

During Women’s Health Week, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) celebrates the strength, resilience, and contribution of women across our communities, while recognising that women’s health requires sustained attention, advocacy, and support.

On Wear It Purple Day, the Australian Association of Mental Health Practitioners (AAMHP) stands in solidarity with LGBTIQA+SB young people and celebrates the importance of diversity, inclusion, visibility and self-expression.

Wear It Purple Day is an important reminder that inclusion is not simply about visibility or celebration. For LGBTQIA+ young people, feeling safe, respected and able to explore identity without judgement can have a profound influence on mental health, confidence, connection and hope for the future.

On International Youth Day, the Australian Association of Mental Health Practitioners (AAMHP) recognises the strength, insight, creativity and leadership of young people, while calling for stronger investment in the mental health and wellbeing supports they need to thrive.

On the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, the Australian Association of Mental Health Practitioners (AAMHP) joins communities around the world in honouring the cultures, knowledge, rights and enduring contributions of Indigenous Peoples.

Organisations grow. Sometimes that growth is obvious. Membership increases. New programs emerge. New partnerships form. The conversations around the table become bigger. Sometimes the change is more subtle. The organisation begins to realise that the name it started with no longer quite describes the community it has become. That is where we find ourselves today.

On Aged Care Employee Day, the Australian Association of Mental Health Practitioners (AAMHP) honours the dedication, compassion and professionalism of aged care employees across Australia.

On National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day, the Australian Association of Mental Health Practitioners (AAMHP) celebrates the strength, culture, resilience and promise of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.

During Loneliness Awareness Week, the Australian Association of Mental Health Practitioners (AAMHP) is encouraging Australians to recognise loneliness as a serious wellbeing issue and to take small, practical steps to strengthen connection within families, workplaces and communities.

On World Lung Cancer Day, the Australian Association for Mental Health Practitioners (AAMHP) joins communities around the world in raising awareness of lung cancer, honouring those living with the disease, and recognising the families, carers, researchers and health professionals who walk alongside them.

During World Breastfeeding Week, the Australian Association for Mental Health Practitioners (AAMHP) recognises the importance of supporting mothers, babies, and families throughout their infant feeding journey.

On the International Day of Friendship, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) celebrates the relationships that enrich our lives and strengthen our communities.

On OOSH Educators Day, the Australian Association of Mental Health Practitioners (AAMHP) recognises and celebrates the vital contribution of Outside School Hours Care educators across Australia.

During National Pain Week, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) recognises the millions of Australians living with chronic pain and acknowledges the significant impact persistent pain can have on mental health, relationships, employment, and quality of life.

On International Non-Binary People's Day, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) recognises and celebrates the diversity, resilience, and contributions of non-binary people within our communities.

During NAIDOC Week, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) proudly celebrates the rich cultures, histories, knowledge, and enduring contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

On Take Your Dog to Work Day, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) celebrates the positive role companion animals can play in supporting mental health, workplace wellbeing, and social connection.