Activate Mental Health

07/10/2025

Get ready for an afternoon of epic fun and games!

Callum from Cool Events , one of our wonderful volunteers, is excited to bring you a fun-filled afternoon: Vic Park | Tug of War - Co****le - Bottle Flip Challenge!

Join us for some friendly competition and lots of laughs. It's the perfect opportunity to get outside, get active, and connect with your community in a positive and supportive environment. No experience is needed for any of the games – just a willingness to have fun!

🗓️ Date: Sunday, October 26th, 2025
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
📍 Location: John Macmillan Park, East Victoria Park��

RSVP here: https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/activatemh/events/311370978/?eventOrigin=group_events_list�

We can't wait to see you there for some good old-fashioned fun!

Feeling like getting active, laughing with others and feeling more connected? Join us for a fun, slightly silly and genuinely meaningful afternoon of activities! We’re brin

07/10/2025

Activate Mental Health, in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Northbridge, is looking for Walking Club Leaders for our weekly walks at Hyde Park, Perth.

This is a fantastic opportunity to:

✅ Promote mental well-being within your community
✅ Lead friendly, inclusive walking groups
✅ Connect with like-minded individuals
✅ Make a meaningful difference one step at a time

All that is needed a genuine passion for mental health, a love for community, and a warm willingness to walk alongside others on their journey.

If you're interested or know someone who might be, check out the opportunity here:

Volunteer at Pool of Weekly Hyde Park Walking Club Leaders (In collaboration with the Rotary Club of Northbridge) - Mental Health with Activate Mental Health. Enquire now at SEEK Volunteer

04/10/2025

Activate Mental Health warmly welcomed 13 new Activators today, celebrating in true Activate style! 🎉

At the Victoria Park Community Centre, our newest volunteers jumped right into a fun, purposeful workshop featuring:

🃏 Uno
🧠 A quiz
🎨 A creativity table

A huge thank you to our fantastic hosting team: Justin, Caroline, Callum, Mel, and Rahul, for creating such a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The energy was contagious, and together, we've strengthened our community of peer-led support with 13 new champions! 💪💛

02/10/2025

Activate Mental Health is looking for warm and enthusiastic volunteers to help cohost their fun-filled monthly Board Games Night at the Victoria Park Community Centre! We’d love for you to join us and make a positive difference in our community.

🗓 When? - Every 4th Saturday of the month (3rd Saturday in December)

🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM

💬 What’s involved? - Assist with setting up, warmly welcoming guests, helping with gameplay, and packing up afterwards. It’s all about creating a cozy, inclusive environment where everyone can connect, share laughs, and have a fantastic night of games.

📍 Perfect for locals who love games, people, and making a difference!

👉 Learn more or apply here:

Volunteer at Victoria Park Community Games Night Event Host - Mental Health with Activate Mental Health. Enquire now at SEEK Volunteer

01/10/2025

☕️ Happy International Coffee Day! ☕️

Today, we warmly celebrate one of our truly incredible volunteers, David, the kind-hearted hero behind our exciting new Coffee Catch-Up at San Churro East Victoria Park.

What began as a small idea to bring people together over coffee has blossomed into a cherished community tradition, with over 20 RSVPs each time and an undeniable energy of connection that’s truly special. Whether you’ve been part of it for a while or are just curious to join in, David’s events create a friendly space to chat, laugh, and recharge. There’s no pressure, only good vibes and delicious churros.

💬 “It’s been wonderful to see how something so simple can bring so much happiness,” David shares. “People come for the coffee, but stay for the wonderful connection.”

From all of us at Activate Mental Health, a heartfelt thank you, David, for creating something so meaningful. Here's to many more joyful catch-ups, conversations, and coffees in the future!

24/09/2025

Activate Mental Health is up for two awards for Alike WA 's Support Group Excellence Awards!

We feel immense joy at being named finalists in the Transformative Impact and Capacity Builder categories.

Our organisation may be small, but it is mighty. In 2024, more than 40 volunteers helped deliver 399 opportunities to our 7,849 members, resulting in 2,548 RSVPs. The total cost to fund these efforts was $8,203.61.

These are some of the testimonials we received in that year:

- "As my wife passed away, it's the only time I've met with people... it's the only outing I have in the month."

- "Activate has given me confidence and the ability to feel good about myself."

- "The environment that AMH creates makes me feel safe to be me.”

- “I've got no family here, and I don't have many friends here, so I need to get out. I enjoy the board game and meeting people, and look forward to it every month.”

- “I find at my age is difficult to make new friends, in my personal circumstances I find being part of this group very beneficial, as I find the opportunity to socialise with like-minded people.”

Congratulations to our entire volunteer team for contributing to our cause that’s led to these nominations!

22/09/2025

🌳 Love a good walk and meaningful conversation? Why not lead the way!

We are on the lookout for reliable volunteers to help guide weekly walks through one of Perth’s most beautiful green spaces.

In collaboration with the Rotary Club of Northbridge, this role is all about connection, movement, and community spirit.

🕰️ Just 1.5 hour a week
📍 Hyde Park, Perth
🤝 Perfect for anyone who enjoys chatting, walking, and making others feel welcome

Whether you’re a seasoned facilitator or just someone who loves a good stroll, this is a chance to make a real impact, one step at a time.

👉 Learn more and apply here:

https://www.volunteer.com.au/volunteering/230496/weekly-hyde-park-walking-club-leader-in-collaboration-with-the-rotary-club-of-northbridge-

15/09/2025

Looking for connection, purpose, and a whole lot of fun?

Activate Mental Health is calling for new Activators, volunteers who host social events that spark joy, build community, and support mental well-being.

From board game nights to walking groups, TED talk discussions to silent book clubs, you get to choose the vibe and lead the way

One of our volunteers put it perfectly

💬 “As a volunteer, I truly believe I’ve had amazing opportunities to meet new people and feel like I’ve become part of something far greater than I ever expected”

If you’ve ever wanted to create space for meaningful connection, this is your moment You’ll be supported, celebrated, and surrounded by over 7,700+ members who are ready to show up and share life with you

Check out the role and apply here

👉 https://www.volunteer.com.au/volunteering/230502/activator-social-event-host-

Let’s make mental health support more human, one event at a time 💚

10/09/2025

🕯️ World Su***de Prevention Day 🕯️

Today we pause to acknowledge a deeply heavy truth: su***de continues to impact far too many lives, families, and communities. Behind every statistic is a story, a person, a ripple of grief.

At Activate Mental Health, we believe that connection saves lives. Peer support groups, like the ones we run, offer something powerful: a space to be seen, heard, and held without judgment. These groups don’t just reduce isolation, they build hope, resilience, and belonging.

If you’ve ever felt the warmth of a shared story, the comfort of a nod across the room, or the strength of walking alongside others, you know how vital this work is.

💛 If you believe in the power of community-led mental health support, please consider donating:

👉 https://www.activatemh.com.au/donate

Let’s keep showing up for each other. Today and every day.

08/09/2025

🌟 Real People. Real Impact. 🌟

At Activate Mental Health, our volunteers don’t just run events, they create moments that matter.

🎲 One host watched a quiet attendee slowly come out of their shell during Board Games Night… and eventually lead their own table with confidence.

☕ At Coffee Catch-Ups, volunteers described the joy of “planting seeds of friendship”, watching new connections bloom week by week.

🚶‍♀️ In our Walking Groups, a participant with social anxiety shared that the gentle pace and warm conversations helped them “feel normal again.”

🛠️ And behind the scenes? Volunteers write blurbs, curate playlists, and bring their unique flair to every detail. One new recruit said, “I didn’t think my skills mattered—but here, they really do.”

These aren’t just stories. They’re reminders that kindness, creativity, and community can change lives.

💥 Want to be part of something joyful and real?
We’re looking for new volunteers to help host events, welcome newcomers, and bring their own spark to our community.

👉 Apply now: https://www.volunteer.com.au/volunteering/230502/activator-social-event-host-

Let’s build something beautiful, one game, one walk, one chat at a time.

05/09/2025

🌟 Introducing Business Chatter: it’s not your average networking event.

Forget the elevator pitches and awkward intros. This is connection with heart.

🗓️ Join us for a 90-minute dose of real talk, creative reflection, and peer support designed for small business owners, freelancers, and community-minded creatives who crave more than just business cards.

💬 What to expect:

A warm welcome (no pressure, just good vibes)
Honest conversations about the highs and lows of your work
A living wall of asks & offers—because collaboration starts with curiosity
A napkin sketch of your wildest business dream (yes, really)

✨ Whether you’re building something bold or just need a dose of encouragement, Business Chatter is your space to connect, reflect, and spark new possibilities.

📍 Dôme Café Belmont – Meeting Room
🕒 Tuesday 16th and 30th September, 5:30 pm to 7 pm.
🎟️ Free trial event—let’s test the magic together

Powered by Activate Mental Health & Kamunity Consulting.

Let’s make networking feel human again 💛

💬 **What is Business Chatter?** Business Chatter is a fresh kind of networking, designed for small business owners, freelancers, and community-minded creatives who crave r

02/09/2025

🌱 Do you want to know more about volunteering with Activate Mental Health?

Come along to our Volunteering Info Session this Friday night
📅 Friday 5th September
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Dome Cafe Meeting Room, Belmont

We’re on the lookout for friendly, creative volunteers to help host events like board games nights, walking groups, and coffee catch-ups. If you love bringing people together and want to be part of something meaningful, this session is for you.

No pressure, no formalities. Just good conversation and a chance to learn more.
RSVP or drop in. We’d love to meet you! ☕

**Ever wanted to have "Friends on Demand?"** 🤔 Activate Mental Health is about to open its next intake of Activators, our social event hosts. 🎉 As an AMH Activator, you