Links - Education
In this section we aim to provide a comprehensive listing of credible organisations working in the field of suicide and self harm prevention and suicide bereavement support. However, as this information is gathered using volunteer services, we may have regrettably missed out on including some quality links. If you are aware of a link that is not currently listed or has updated details, please notify us by email at info@suicidepreventionaust.org or by calling +61 (0) 2 9568 3111.
Please see the Getting Help section for specific information and links if you are feeling suicidal, helping someone at risk of suicide, bereaved by suicide or moving forward after a suicide attempt.
Education
Aussie Optimism
Aussie Optimism is an evidence-based mental health promotion program aimed at reducing the development of internalising disorders such as depression and anxiety in primary school-age children.
KidsMatter
KidsMatter is a primary school mental health promotion, prevention and early intervention initiative. It is currently being piloted in primary schools and aims to be available to all primary schools across Australia in 2009.
MindMatters
MindMatters is a national mental health initiative for secondary schools funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health and Ageing. MindMatters uses a whole school approach to mental health promotion and offers resources to secondary schools across Australia. Professional development workshops are available to people working in education services. Accessible from the website are resources to assist schools and teachers deal with young people at risk of suicide.
Reach Out Teachers’ Network
The Reach Out Teachers’ Network connects secondary school teachers with Reach Out, Inspire's web-based mental health service for young people.
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