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A recent study published in Cambridge Core’s Epidemiology and Psychiatric Sciences examined the mental health and wellbeing of Australia’s adolescents and young adults, utilising data from three waves of the headspace National Youth Mental Health Survey conducted in 2018, 2020 and 2022.     Co-authored by headspace Chief Scientific Advisor Professor Debra Rickwood, this research offers a unique contrast of youth mental health before, during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings reveal that while rates of psychological distress are consistently high, many young Australians demonstrate remarkable resilience. This underscores the importance of promoting positive mental health alongside addressing mental illness.    Read the complete paper here 👇: https://lnkd.in/edbUJV6r

We’d like to extend an enormous thank you and best wishes to our 2023-25 headspace Youth National Reference Group (hY NRG)! The 20 hY NRG members made an incredible impact at headspace this year, ensuring our work was accessible and relevant to young people across Australia. Across their term, hY NRG members meaningfully participated in over 100 campaigns, projects and initiatives throughout headspace, including: 💚 National media opportunities 💚 Advocating for young people at Parliament House 💚 Sitting on committees and advisory groups 💚 And much more! Thank you again to our 2023-25 hY NRG members: Annie Hong, Ash Wyllie, Devin Crowhurst, Fiona, Fox Williams, Isaiah Janiak, Jamil Nabole', Jayden Delbridge, Jhalak Arora (she/her), Joey Dijkstra, Justin Nguyen, Mike Chitnis, Paige Wood-Kenney, Reede Adams-Beckett, Ronan Hart, Sarthak Gandhi, Sereena Zanuso, Shahani Asmi Kiyabdeen, Varun Gandhi and Victoria Marchiori. Stay tuned for the announcements of our 2025/26 hY NRG superstars!

Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025 at headspace! Today, the team at headspace came together both virtually and in person for a UN Women Australia hosted event to reflect on gender equality, power and opportunities for women, and the next generation of young women and girls as catalysts for lasting societal change.   We were especially inspired by our own leaders: Jacara Egan, Head of Operations, First Nations Cultural Practice and Engagement, who honoured the strength of First Nations women and how we can march forward with our country’s ancestral wisdom of living in balance with earth, country and community. Nicole Harvey, headspace Executive Director of People and Culture, who highlighted headspace’s ongoing commitment to gender equity and the women who make up an incredible 78% of our workforce. An important reminder that we all have a role to play in striving towards gender equity.  #IWD2025 #GenderEquity #UNWomenAustralia

This March is all about highlighting headspace Work & Study! Our recent survey with Australian families found that 1 in 5 are concerned about the impact work or study stress can have on a young person’s mental health. New evidence reveals that young people who receive tailored support through a headspace Work and Study programs are up to one third more likely to have better mental health and wellbeing, compared to those who receive standard care. Tailored support with work or study can help improve resilience, build life skills and help young people feel confident and connected. Read the full findings https://lnkd.in/e5Up4eX6

headspace welcomes the Australian Government’s release of the National Suicide Prevention Strategy. This strategy marks an important step toward a more coordinated and evidence-informed approach to suicide prevention in Australia. We are particularly encouraged by its strong focus on addressing the social determinants of suicide and the meaningful inclusion of lived and living experience.  Suicide affects individuals, families, and entire communities, and tackling it requires collective effort. We acknowledge the work of the National Suicide Prevention Office in developing this strategy and appreciate the ongoing collaboration with stakeholders across sectors. Read more about the strategy here: https://lnkd.in/gbkgTMjM  If you or someone you know needs immediate support, call emergency services at 000. For confidential support, contact Lifeline at 13 11 14 or the Suicide Call Back Service at 1300 659 467. 

Too many young people struggle to access the mental health support they need. Mental Health Australia is urging all political parties to commit to implementing pathways to free mental health care for everyone under 25 as part of their election platform. headspace advocates for sustainable investment in services young people know and trust - so they can get support when they need it, without financial barriers. Read more about MHA’s Case for Change here: https://lnkd.in/gHit_Agu  

headspace Caloundra celebrated its official launch on Thursday 20th of February! This new centre on Kabi Kabi land is committed to providing its community with mental health, alcohol & drug and work & study services. After an amazing Welcome to Country by local Elder Udgee Tais, guests were provided tours of the centre by the Youth Advisory Council, shared in jelly decorating and all left handprints and messages in what will become a mural in the centre's hallway. headspace CEO Jason Trethowan, Country to Coast Qld CEO Julie Sturgess, and Lives Lived Well (headspace Caloundra's lead agency) Acting Clinical Director Marijka Brennan were on hand to join in the fun and support the launch.

A huge shout out to Domino’s and everyone who grabbed a pizza on Domino’s for Good Day last week! We’re incredibly grateful for your support- every contribution helps strengthen headspace online services, ensuring young people and their family can access free support when and where they need it most. Thank you! 💚🍕

As the policy debate continues around youth justice and incarceration, we offer a perspective grounded in human rights and the need to address the underlying factors that contribute to youth contact with the justice system.     In our recent submission to the Youth Justice and Incarceration Inquiry, we highlight three key areas that policy responses should consider:  1. The need for alternative responses to incarceration  2. The impact of incarceration of First Nations young people  3. The need for greater investment in prevention and early intervention     Swipe to read more, or view our submission: https://bit.ly/3CDNz9q  

Today is Domino's for Good Day! 🍕 Today only, $1 from selected pizzas* and 10c from every drink* sold in-store or online will go towards Domino’s Minds & Meals foundation and its charity partners, including headspace. Funds raised will help support headspace Online Communities, a safe space where young people and the adults who support them can connect, share experiences and access free mental health resources. Grab a slice today to turn your meal into something meaningful. Learn more about Domino’s for Good Day: https://bit.ly/41a24eu *Exclusions apply