The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG)

On 12th November, SADAG is launching a specialised Mental Health Support Group designed for family members and loved ones of individuals living with Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder. This compassionate initiative offers a safe, supportive space for sharing experiences, receiving guidance, and building connections to help navigate mental health care with confidence and hope. If you know someone who would like to join, or for more information, please contact Tina on 082 460 7915

Attention Organizations and NGOs Working with Youth! We need your help! If you engage with young people aged 18-24 in communities in Gauteng, we’re looking for your assistance in finding participants for a research project on Youth Resilience to Depression. We want to hear from youth who are not in Education, Employment, or Training (NEET) for our survey. Check out the poster for more details or WhatsApp us at 067 879 9684. Your help is important in giving these young people a voice! #R-NEET #Youth #MentalHealthMatters #Resilience #YourVoiceMatters

“Victims need justice as well,” was the message conveyed to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) by the family of Life Esidimeni victims and other stakeholders when they handed over a memorandum on Tuesday to the NPA in which they demanded that the prosecuting authority prioritise the prosecution of officials implicated in the tragedy. Read more on this article by clicking on this link: https://lnkd.in/dxiE2n-Z #NeverAgain #LifeEsidimeni #MentalHealthMatters

We acknowledge the unique challenges that come with working in the non-profit sector. Long hours, limited resources, and the emotional demands of supporting vulnerable people can take a profound toll on your Mental and Emotional Wellbeing. Join us on Friday the 8th of November to connect with fellow NPO professionals, share experiences, and explore strategies for self-care and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Register now to RSVP https://lnkd.in/dK7myK7v. #NPO #MentalHealth #Npower

Don’t miss a valuable discussion on Mental Health in the Workplace with Prof. Bronwyn Dworzanowski-Venter, a Senior Research Associate at the University of Johannesburg, live on Channel Africa. Prof. Dworzanowski-Venter will explore the importance of Mental Well-being at work, offering insights on how to create supportive and mentally healthy environment. Tune in this afternoon at 15:15 on DSTV 802 and Openview 628, you don't want to miss this! #MentalHealthMatters #WorkplaceWellness #MentalWellbeing

Money Anxiety? We’ve Got You! SADAG has partnered with Blackbullion South Africa, a youth-focused digital learning platform designed to equip young people with essential financial skills. By transforming complex financial concepts into practical, relatable, and interactive content, they help youth confidently navigate their financial futures. While the platform might not solve all your financial challenges, it’s an amazing free tool to help you manage your money better. To get started go to https://lnkd.in/deDsgcRM now. @blackbullionsa #MoneyManagement #FinancialLiteracy #YouthEmpowerment #Blackbullion

SADAG was honoured to talk at this year's 20th African Investigative Journalism Conference at WITS University last week. SADAG presented on a panel about the importance of Journalist Mental Health especially regarding online safety. We shared more about our partnership with @SANEF to provide free mental health support for journalists in SA - SMS 31985 and a SADAG counsellor will call back to help. #AIJC2024 #Journalism #MentalHealthMatters #Support

Are you looking for supplementary support your clients who are living with a Mental Illness? You can refer them to one of SADAG’s 180 Free Support Groups, run by patients for patients. Paula’s Free Support Group for Stress and Depression is just one of our many Groups on offer, providing connection, support and understanding. Break the silence and foster Mental Wellness. Contact Paula: 079 125 5233 for more information. #MentalHealthSupport #MentalHealthMatters

Honoured to participate in Sifungosethu's Youth Upskills Workshop at the Hip Hop Museum, where we are empowering young professionals to prioritise Mental Health in their career journeys. This workshop equips future leaders with essential skills to manage stress, foster resilience, and build a foundation of wellbeing that supports sustainable success. Together, we are championing Mental Health as a core component of professional growth. #YouthUpskills #MentalHealthMatters #Sifungosethu #FutureLeaders

Our Cape Town team participated in Staff Wellness Day at Victoria Hospital in Wynberg yesterday. We were pleased to engage in this important event dedicated to promoting staff health and well-being. It served as an excellent opportunity to connect with colleagues, share valuable insights, and advance a culture of wellness within the workplace. #StaffWellnessDay #MentalHealthMatters