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15/12/2025

Message from the CEO: At the Mental Health Foundation Australia, we express our profound sorrow and solidarity following the tragic and deeply distressing events at Bondi Beach. Our hearts are with those who have lost loved ones, those who were injured, and all who have been emotionally impacted.

This targeted attack against Jewish Australians, occurring on the first day of Hanukkah, a time of light, faith, and joy, represents a deeply disturbing act of hatred, antisemitism, and terrorism. Such violence strikes not only at one community, but at the very heart of Australia’s shared values—compassion, respect, and peaceful coexistence.

There is no place in our nation for hate, violence, or terrorism of any kind. Acts like this leave lasting mental health scars, not only for those directly affected, but for communities across the country who are left feeling shaken, fearful, and heartbroken.

At this difficult time, we call on all Australians to come together as one united nation. Australia’s strength lies in its diversity—people of all faiths and cultures, from over 236 multicultural backgrounds, standing together in empathy and mutual respect. We embrace our Jewish brothers and sisters and affirm our shared commitment to peace, dignity, and humanity.

May we respond not with fear, but with compassion; not with division, but with unity. Let us support one another, honour those impacted, and continue to build an Australia where every person feels safe, valued, and supported—both in body and in mind.

If you are feeling distressed or overwhelmed following these events, support is available.
You don’t have to face this alone. Call our helpline on 1300 643 287.

- Vasan Srinivasan, CEO - Mental Health Foundation Australia

05/12/2025

Thank you to every intern who gave their time, energy, and compassion throughout 2025!

This International Volunteer Day we want to celebrate you! Because of you, people in our community felt supported and understood. Your willingness to show up, listen, and care made this year truly impactful. We are deeply grateful for the kindness you shared; it makes a real difference.

Your contributions did not go unnoticed, and we thank you for every action that made our year flourish, feel inclusive and connected us further in the mental health community. Your support helps fuel our mission to promote better mental health for all.

If you would like to volunteer with the Mental Health Foundation Australia, visit https://www.mhfa.org.au/volunteer!

24/11/2025

After the birth of a newborn child, emotional and physical needs can become increasingly demanding. So, it is necessary to ensure that parents endure self-care by simply staying connected with people and habits that make you feel relaxed rather than overwhelmed!

This Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Awareness Week, our Social Work Interns, Dolma Tamang and Cynthia Kipkemboi, draw attention to the importance of Parental Wellbeing, and the benefits of early support. You can read the full blog post at https://www.mhfa.org.au/a-path-to-parenthood-wellbeing

Through individual sessions, group support, and practical resources, the Wellness Hub helps families feel heard, seen, confident, and connected to their baby. To learn more visit
https://wellnesshub.mhfa.org.au/book-an-appointment

20/11/2025

We’re thrilled to celebrate our Chair, Prof. Melissa Green on being awarded the Vera Morgan Medal for Mental Health Epidemiology by the Society of Mental Health Research!

This honour recognises her outstanding contributions to understanding the epidemiology of mental health and her dedication to advancing research that drives meaningful change.

Prof. Green’s work continues to shape the future of mental health science, and this award is a reflection of her leadership, innovation, and impact.

18/11/2025

Supporting men’s wellbeing is something we can all contribute to in our homes, workplaces, clubs, and communities. Our latest Mind Awareness blogpost explores how everyday connection and understanding can make a real difference for the men around us.

When we create spaces where men feel safe to talk, share, and seek support, we build stronger, healthier communities. Let’s keep showing up for one another, today and every day.

Read the new blog post: https://www.mhfa.org.au/supporting-men-s-wellbeing-today-everyday

Written by our Social Work Interns - Roshan Bajagain and Tanvi Sharma.

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14/11/2025

Even a simple “How are you?” can make a big difference — helping reduce stress, prevent psychosocial hazards, and build a culture where people feel supported.

We deliver the Mental Health First Aid Workplace Training, facilitated by Michelle Kleinert OAM, which teaches teams practical skills to have these conversations with confidence and care.

Ensure your team is ready for 2026, book your workplace training today: https://www.mhfa.org.au/mental-health-first-aid

11/11/2025

Join us for this month’s Lunch and Learn!

🗓️ November 24 | 12pm – 1pm | Zoom

We are excited to have Mental Health Foundation Australia Vice-Chairperson Jim Goodin present on the recent developments in OCD.

Discover new insights and compassionate approaches to understanding and supporting those living with OCD.

For FREE registration, visit this link https://events.humanitix.com/lunch-and-learn-webinar-ocd-latest-developments/tickets!

07/11/2025

Are you workplace ready?

From December 1st, new regulations and legislation will recognise that psychosocial hazards are just as important as physical ones. This will create new obligations for Victorian employers to identify, prevent, and manage risks associated with these harms in their workplaces.

As said by Hon. Deputy Premier Ben Carroll, “Now is the time for employers to assess their systems and processes to ensure they are keeping their workers safe from both physical and psychological harm.” There is no better way to ensure this than attending our Mental Health First Aid Course with your staff, to empower your leaders and employees to recognise, respond, and reduce psychosocial risks early.

Don’t wait for December! Start by equipping your people with Mental Health First Aid Workplace training facilitated by Michelle Kleinert OAM proven to reduce stigma, improve culture, and support early intervention.

You can find out more via this link https://www.mhfa.org.au/mental-health-first-aid.

03/11/2025

The Mental Health Foundation Australia celebrates a global milestone!

We’re proud to announce that our CEO, Vasan Srinivasan, has been elected as the Regional Vice Chairperson (Oceania) for the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH). This recognition reflects Vasan's dedication to advancing mental health awareness, education, and advocacy, ensuring that multicultural communities across Australia and Oceania are heard and supported.

Congratulations, Vasan, on this well-deserved honour!

Read Official Press Release: https://preview.mailerlite.com/u8q5z5m5z8

02/11/2025

Day 2 - MHFA's Multicultural Mental Health Film Festival at ACMI

What an amazing way to close the 7th National Multicultural Mental Health Month!

An incredible finale to the Film Festival at the Gandel Lab, ACMI, where audiences journeyed through six powerful international short films from Palestine, France, the UK, and beyond — from haunting horror to surreal animation.

The night concluded with the 2025 Awards Ceremony, presented by Matthew Keisoglu, Festival Director and Jim Goodin, Vice-Chairperson, MHFA.

Australian Awards
• If This Conversation Isn’t Over Yet — Rosey Feng
• GOLPES — Kevin Duran Du

International Awards
• There Once Was – There Is No More – There Is — Karina Paciorkowska & Łukasz Kamil Kamiński
• Adas Falasteen — Samar Taher Lulu & Hamdi Khalil Elhusseini

Gary Keisoglu Award
• Fading Colours — Bronte Rose Page

Thank you Ali Masomi for capturing the magic of the night!

A huge thank you to all the filmmakers who shared their stories to reduce stigma and amplify voices through the power of film this year. We thank ACMI for their collaboration and support throughout both nights.

A heartfelt thank you to Festival Director, Matthew Keisoglu, Vasan Srinivasan, Jim Goodin, Prof. Melissa Green, Nithya Viswanathan, Joseph Matina, Channel 31 Team, Ramin Iranfar, Mojdeh Kashani, all the judges for their vision, dedication, and leadership in bringing this year’s program to life.

A huge shoutout to the MHFA staff - Jotpreet, Amanda, Vy, Clinicians - John, Aneka, Thu, Shenbaga, interns & volunteers - Nicolette, Linh, Sarah, Travis, Cynthia, Roshan, Neha, Tanvi, Vidhurya, Zain, Dolma, Insia and Jenny and all the attendees who joined us.

Until next time, see you in 2026 for more stories, more conversations.

31/10/2025

Day 1 - MHFA's Multicultural Mental Health Film Festival 2025 at ACMI.

What an incredible start to the festival! Yesterday’s the Australian short film showcase, facilitated by the Mental Health Foundation Australia in collaboration with ACMI’s New Voices in Australian Cinema, was a great success with over hundred people filling the room with energy, laughter, and connection.

The evening opened with heartfelt speeches from Ella Cawthorn, Film Programs Co-ordinator - ACMI, Mojdeh Kashani, MC and Moderator, and our Festival Director Matthew Keisoglu, followed by powerful Australian short film screenings that celebrated multicultural stories and mental health through cinema.

The Q&A session moderated by Mojdeh Kashani with the Australian filmmakers Kevin Duran Du, Lara Deam, Rosey Feng, and Jeremy Teh was honest, funny, and deeply inspiring, a true reflection of the creative spirit driving this festival.

A huge thank you to our incredible Festival Organisers - Prof. Melissa Green, Vasan Srinivasan, Nithya Viswanathan, Ramin Iranfar, Joseph Matina, Shane Dunlop, C31 Melbourne team, MHFA's staff members - Jotpreet Kaur, Amanda Cops, Vy Nguyen and volunteers - Lynn Nguyen, Nicolette Buick, Wendy Lin, Travis Ma, Cynthia Kipkemboi, Roshan Bajagain, Tanvi Sharma, Zain Warraich, Aneka Srinivasan, John Lavanya, Thu Hoang, their hard work and passion made this event possible. We also thank ACMI team members - Oscar and Anton behind the scenes for their support & coordination.

Thank you Ali Masomi for capturing the magic of the night!

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for Day 1!

We can’t wait to see you tonight for Day 2, featuring international screenings and the festival awards at ACMI, 6pm at Gandel Digital Lab. Get tickets here: https://filmfreeway.com/MulticulturalMentalHealthFilmFestival/tickets

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