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Free local suicide prevention training
27 August 2019
Suicide prevention is so much more than a risk assessment.
Read MoreIllawarra Mercury receives national media award for 'Care to QPR' campaign
24 July 2019
The Illawarra Mercury has been recognised with a national media award at the 16th Annual LiFE Awards 2019.
Read MoreJoin us for the Collaborative's R U OK? Day event!
23 July 2019
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative invites you to join us for a community celebration on R U OK?
Read MoreFunded placements are still available for health professionals to attend Recovery Camp!
28 June 2019
Are you a health professional in the Illawarra Shoalhaven with an interest in mental health and suicide prevention?
Read MoreThe power of people with lived experience working together
26 April 2019
The power of people with lived experience working together has been highlighted by the NSW Mental Health Commission.
Read MoreHelp us spread the word about help available in our region!
3 April 2019
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative has recently developed a 'Where to go for support' resource for adults that highlights key mental health and other supports available in the Illawarra Shoalhaven region.
Read MoreCollaborative sums up successes with new Progress Report!
22 March 2019
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative has recently released its third Progress Report, summing up milestones and achievements to date, as well as next steps for the future.
Read MoreRaising awareness for suicide prevention at ‘Battle of the Countries’
7 February 2019
Earlier this year, the Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative was proud to be the platinum sponsor at ‘Battle of the Countries’, an Aboriginal Rugby League Knockout event with a mental health focus.
Read MoreThe Productivity Commission has released an issues paper
29 January 2019
The Morrison Government has established a Productivity Commission Inquiry into the role of mental health in the Australian economy and communities, looking at the best ways to support and improve national mental wellbeing.
Read MoreTim Heffernan and Toni Garretty among new Deputy Commissioners for mental health
23 January 2019
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative congratulates Tim Heffernan and Toni Garretty on their new appointments as part-time Deputy Commissioners with the NSW Mental Health Commission.
Read MoreCheck in with family and friends during the festive season
20 December 2018
Christmas can be a challenging time for some people. That's why it's important to check in with family and friends, and see how they're going.
Read MoreYoung people donate to support local suicide prevention efforts
19 December 2018
Kiama High School students recently donated $1,300 to the Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative.
Read MoreLend your voice to improve emergency and follow-up care for a suicidal crisis
18 December 2018
You are invited to help in Black Dog Institute’s study looking at the experiences of individuals who have been to the emergency department for suicide-risk.
Read MoreIllawarra Hawks join QPR campaign for suicide prevention
5 December 2018
On Tuesday 4 December, the Illawarra Hawks completed Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) training with the Collaborative.
Read MoreA mo takes a month, QPR takes an hour
30 November 2018
If one of your mates was suicidal, would you know what to do?
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