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  • Aboriginal Women's Wellbeing Program

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    Mid North Coast Local Health District invites young Aboriginal women aged 13-20yrs to attend an Aboriginal Women's Wellbeing Program.

    The program will run from 24th May to 28th June 2019 with sessions held every Friday at Kempsey District Hospital from 12:30pm - 2:30pm in the Wutu Room.

    The program will cover a range of topics such as:

    • Self-care, self-esteem and empowerment
    • Therapy through creative dance and arts
    • Connection to Country through language and history of our local area
    • Making new friends and connections
    • How to find out more about health/medical, wellbeing and support services available in your area

    Kids and babies are welcome, afternoon tea will be provided and participants who attend all six weeks will receive a free t-shirt!

    To register, please contact Tianna Bailey on 0407 652 735.

  • Healthy Communities Mid North Coast Innovation Fund

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    Mid North Coast Health's Innovation Fund supports preventive health projects that help people maintain health and wellbeing through healthy lifestyle initiatives.

    Applications for Round Two of the Innovation Fund are now open. If you run a community project that focuses on health and active living, visit www.healthycommunitiesmnc.com.au/innovation-funds to check your eligibility and make an application today!

    Applications close Friday 14 June 2019



  • 2019 Alcohol and Other Drugs Excellence and Innovation Awards

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    The National Alcohol and Other Drugs Excellence and Innovation Awards encourage, recognise and celebrate the achievements of the incredible people and organisations that do exceptional work to prevent and reduce the harm and impact of alcohol and other drugs in Australia.

    There is terrific work and important innovative practices happening in the alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector that benefit the entire community and we want these to be shared and celebrated.

    These prestigious awards were established in 2004 and this year they are auspiced by the Alcohol and Drug Foundation.

    The Awards are open to all people and organisations working across the health and wellbeing sectors in Australia. Regardless of your role within the health and wellbeing sectors, there is a category to suit you.

  • National Prevention in Practice Conference - Melbourne 24th - 25th June

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    The 2019 National Prevention in Practice Conference will deliver local and international speakers sharing their expertise on strengthening capacity of community-led action on alcohol and other drugs. Explore various models of prevention and discover practical examples of successful strategies that have mobilised communities.

    Aimed at community leaders, alcohol and other drug (AOD) workers and people passionate about prevention strategies in the alcohol and drug sector, the Conference themes will include:

    • The role of sport as a protective factor against alcohol and other drugs
    • Peers and their role in protecting from AOD-related harm
    • Prevention in a range of complex settings such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, education and culturally diverse communities.

    Visit https://adf.org.au/conference for more information.

  • Dr Tracy Westerman's Workshops

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    ANNOUNCING!

    Dr Tracy Westerman's Workshops for 2019. All workshops are filling fast!
    Arguably the most in-demand trainer in Australia!

    Aboriginal Mental Health Assessment & Suicide Prevention in Aboriginal Communities Workshop
    Cultural Competency for Supervisors of Aboriginal People - first time offered in TWO years!

    Workshops are delivered by Dr Tracy Westerman, WA’s 2018 Australian of the Year, Finalist in the Australian of the Year (2018); Inducted into the Women's Hall of Fame (2018); recipient of the Curtin University Lifetime Achievement Award (2018). Dr Westerman has been recognised for her extraordinary contribution to reducing the burden of mental ill health and suicide in Aboriginal communities both nationally and internationally. She has personally trained over 25,000+ individuals across Australia arguably making her the most in demand trainer in Australia.

    For more info or to register CLICK HERE

  • Engage2Change Men's Behaviour Change Program

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    Kempsey Families Men’s Behaviour Change program offers clients 4 individual counselling appointments to assess their hopes and goals for participating. These meetings are designed to work with men to self-assess if they are committed and ready to work towards non-violence and self-responsibility. The ongoing aim of these meetings is to prepare a man to move into our 12 week group program with up to 11 other men who have decided they are also ready to work towards change (non-violence).

    The Men’s Behaviour Change program aims to explore the impacts of abuse and violence on our partners, children, ourselves and others. We explore ideas about men’s role within the world and relationship, and examine the ideas that help/hurt what we are trying to achieve. We look at responses to conflict and what we contribute to the problem and how we can take responsibility for safety and self. Communication, self-reflection and dealing with strong emotions are also important elements of the group work program.

    Engage2Change will now be delivered in Kempsey (starting February 28th), Coffs Harbour (starting February 27th) and Nambucca Valley (mid-year). Service and Self Referrals are welcome.

    Alongside this program is the Women and Children’s Advocate who will support current or ex-partners of the men participating in the Engage2Change program.

    Click here to download the Engage2Change flyer or contact Kempsey Families Inc. direct on 6563 1588.

  • Yellow Ladybugs

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    Yellow Ladybugs is dedicated to the happiness, success and celebration of autistic girls and women. Our mission is to improve the lives of autistic girls and women, when needed. We aim to do this by raising acceptance and awareness about the female presentation of autism in the education, employment, medical and general community. We also strive to create positive inclusive experiences for autistic girls and women and often advocate for the rights of autistic girls and women. We support identity first language, and uphold the values of "nothing about us, without us".

    Yellow Ladybugs is a volunteer community group who proudly create social events, similar to birthday parties, where girls can come together and have the opportunity to meet and bond over their similar journey. Our vision is to foster a strong bond, which will ultimately create a network of friends outside of school.

  • Parents and Friends of Lesbians & Gays

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    PFLAG hold support meetings at Kempsey Families Inc. on the third Wednesday of the month to provide a safe, friendly place where parents, family and friends of lesbian and gay individuals can talk openly and confidentially.

    When: Third Wednesday of the month, 6pm - 7:30pm
    Where: 21 Verge Street, Kempsey NSW 2440
    Contact: Jennifer on 0414 511 655

    Visit http://kempseyfamilies.org.au/pflag for more information

  • Mission Australia Youth Survey Results

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    The Mission Australia Youth Survey is Australia’s largest annual survey of its kind. It provides a platform for young people aged 15 to 19 to share their aspirations and ‘speak up’ about the issues that really concern them.

    Each year, the Youth Survey gives valuable insights into the lives of young Australians and an understanding of their values, concerns, challenges and ambitions. The survey provides a snapshot of how young people feel about their own lives and broader national issues.

    A record number of 28,286 young people between the ages of 15 to 19 from right across Australia took part in Mission Australia’s Youth Survey 2018. Read the full report HERE


  • The Bush Wire - National Rural Health Alliance Ltd.

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    The National Rural Health Alliance represents 37 national organisations working to improve the health and wellbeing of 7 million people in rural and remote Australia.

    Our reach across rural and remote Australia allows us to quickly share information with health professionals and health consumers.

    Keep up to date with the latest news at the National Rural Health Alliance website