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This should be available for all children that are subjected to this system. as the added trauma that these systems place on children does not discriminate. It is something that should have happened a long time ago and continuing as the trauma doesn't magically switch off once you turn 18. it should be a legal responsibility for the state to fund this support for life as a duty of care! More support is needed for children and young people that are victims to these system. hopefully we see this Though most states and territories committing to extending the Age of Care to 21. However to ensure these supports are included they need to work with young people ageing out of care in developing a guide in what to ask for and include when exiting care. Which is something I started work on in the Northern Territory. The onus can't continue falling on children to decide what they need for the rest of their life. Adults don't need to take control but to steer guidance. QUESTION: Can you honestly tell me you knew what you need to be set up for Independence and adult life at 16-18?

🌍 On International Human Rights Day, we affirm that mental health is a human right. Yet, as highlighted in CMHA National's 'The State of Mental Health in Canada 2024' report, where you live still impacts the care you can access. It shouldn’t. 💬 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/encPAmzc Together, let’s work toward equitable mental health care for all Canadians—because mental health is health. #HumanRightsDay #MentalHealthIsARight #CMHAPeeldufferin

Important webinar for Lived Experience (Peer) Workers, come join the conversation about Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace.

🌍 On International Human Rights Day, we affirm that mental health is a human right. Yet, as highlighted in CMHA National's 'The State of Mental Health in Canada 2024' report, where you live still impacts the care you can access. It shouldn’t. 💬 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/efGVzWc8 Together, let’s work toward equitable mental health care for all Canadians—because mental health is health. #HumanRightsDay #MentalHealthIsARight #CMHAPeeldufferin

Mental safety at work is an important issue for lived experience peer workers. Peer workers experience all the psychosocial hazards experienced by workers generally- but also some that relates directly to being in a peer role. Joint this webinar to hear more. Please share.

My commentary from the eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC) addresses mental health in conflict zones and humanitarian settings, highlighting the critical role of #eMHPSS initiative. https://lnkd.in/er4ctjqa #eMHPSS #digial_mentalhealth

National Indigenous Peoples Day, and Indigenous History Month provide another opportunity to celebrate the diverse and fluid cultures, traditions, and contributions of Indigenous communities across Canada. It’s also crucial to acknowledge the ongoing challenges faced by Indigenous peoples in accessing mental health services. Indigenous communities have unique strengths and resilience, but experience disparities in accessing culturally competent mental health resources and support. “We shift our focus from celebrating resilience to advocating for the rights, supports, and systemic transformations that empower Indigenous peoples to thrive without the burden of overcoming systemic vulnerabilities. We urge Canadians to engage in conversations and actions that contribute to dismantling the barriers and injustices that Indigenous peoples face.” (CCPA) To learn more about how we can support Indigenous mental health and well-being, visit the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association’s Indigenous Initiatives site at https://lnkd.in/gP6RtXjB Commit to listening, learning, and taking action to create a more inclusive and supportive future for all. #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay #IndigenousPeoplesDay #MentalHealth #IndigenousWellBeing #CCPA

💛World Mental Health Day is observed annually on October 10th, and the week surrounding it (October 7-13, 2024) is recognized as World Mental Health Week. The objective of this initiative is to promote global mental health awareness, education, and advocacy. This year's theme, as announced by the World Federation for Mental Health, is: "Mental Health is a Universal Language" 🇺🇸🇧🇷🇨🇦🇲🇽🇰🇵🇲🇰🇳🇪🇳🇬🇲🇵🇴🇲🇵🇰🇳🇴🇵🇦🇸🇲 #mentalhealth #universallanguage #worldmentalhealthweek2024

I agree with the first comment. For some, social media can be a protective factor - giving ability to socialise and communicate. For others, it is indeed a risk factor for mental health and we do need to use all the resources we have to educate and manage.

Recognizing the importance of an evidence-based framework for the delivery of mental health and substance use health (MHSUH) services, Thunderbird and other national Indigenous organizations worked with the Standards Council of Canada, the Government of Canada, and many other experts to develop a roadmap and standardized guidance in six priority areas that also attends to anti-Indigenous racism, the inclusion and recognition of Indigenous knowledge and culture as relevant and credible evidence, all to support increased access and availability of relevant services for Indigenous people as well as the Canadian public. After 2 years and over 300 consultations, we are pleased to share the final published Mental Health and Substance Use Health Standardization Roadmap ( https://lnkd.in/gQ4aGk3h ). This Roadmap is an invitation to action! We are also pleased to announce that six standards-based documents are also now available to help address priority areas. These standards-based documents are a foundation for the future, and we invite you to read and use them. See them here: https://lnkd.in/geVe22Xs