Recent News
Families play a crucial role in supporting people who are suicidal
14 August 2018
"My ability to support my family member in crisis or just the ongoing condition is only as good as my ability to look after myself," – Kate*, a local carer for her son who has depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Read MorePsychological treatment is available, affordable and effective in suicide prevention
6 August 2018
People living with mental illness are more likely to die by suicide than the general population.
Read MoreSuicide prevention program rolled out in local high schools
30 July 2018
Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM), an evidence-based mental health program for Year 9 students has now been rolled out to thousands of high school students across the Illawarra Shoalhaven, with 25 public, independent and Catholic high schools delivering the program.
Read MoreGeneral practices can play a vital role in suicide prevention
23 July 2018
COORDINARE (South Eastern NSW PHN) and the Black Dog Institute have joined forces and are working with general practices in the Illawarra Shoalhaven to introduce a new mental health screening and support package to better equip general practices with the skills and resources to identify and support people in distress.
Read MoreEmployers have important role to play in reducing suicide
16 July 2018
Every day, eight Australians die by suicide.
Read MoreNew research: suicide affects everyone
9 July 2018
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative has just released new data which shows that suicide affects everyone and that we all have a role to play in prevention.
Read MoreWhat do you know about suicide prevention?
21 May 2018
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative is currently working with the Black Dog Institute on a project called LifeSpan, Australia’s largest ever Suicide Prevention trial!
Read MoreQ&A with Edmund Rice College Principal about the YAM program roll out
27 March 2018
We spoke to Edmund Rice College Principal, Peter McGovern, about the benefits of the YAM (Youth Aware of Mental Health) program for school students.
Read MoreAFL stars hit the road to promote awareness for suicide prevention – first stop Wollongong!
14 March 2018
This Friday 16th March, 30 cyclists will embark on a gruelling 8-day, 1433 kilometre bike ride from Sydney to Melbourne.
Read MoreNew research highlights the important role friends, family and workmates can play in reducing suicide
12 February 2018
The Illawarra Shoalhaven’s Suicide Prevention Collaborative has issued a reminder that we all have a role to play in suicide prevention – and you don’t have to be an expert to make a difference.
Read MoreCollaborative sums up a big 2017 with the release of its first Progress Report!
18 December 2017
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative has released its first Progress Report, summing up a massive year in suicide prevention for the region.
Read MoreAn exciting opportunity to help reduce suicide and promote mental health in young people
17 November 2017
Are you passionate about promoting mental health, resilience & help-seeking in young people?
Read MoreExpress your interest: Mental Health Screening and Support Package
26 October 2017
COORDINARE - South Eastern NSW PHN and the Black Dog Institute are seeking Expressions of Interest from general practices to utilise a new mental health screening and support package.
Read MoreFifth National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Plan released
23 October 2017
Around four million Australians who experience a mental health condition will benefit from a strengthened mental health system under the Fifth National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Plan.
Read MoreResources to support LGBTI people during marriage equality debate
3 October 2017
ACON has developed some useful resources to support LGBTI people who may be experiencing distress due to the marriage equality debate.
Read More