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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240522T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
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SUMMARY:Standard Mental Health First Aid - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:Learn the skills to assist an adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis in this 2-day workshop \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. For registration\, please email training@mhaca.org.au Evidence of pension card or current student card required. \nFor more information email training@mhaca.org.au or call 0437 947 257 \nRegistrations need to be received 3 days prior to the event
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/standard-mental-health-first-aid-alice-springs-4/
LOCATION:Charles Darwin University Alice Springs\, 10 Grevillea Dv\, Alice Springs\, NT\, 0870
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240606T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240606T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20240326T053809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T003137Z
UID:5521-1717664400-1717677000@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:safeTALK - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:safeTALK is a half-day alertness workshop that prepares anyone\, regardless of experience or training\, to become a suicide-alert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die but are struggling with the pain in their lives. \nThrough their words and actions\, they invite help to stay alive. safeTALK-trained helpers can recognise these invitations and take action by connecting them with life-saving mental health support. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. \nFor registration please email training@mhaca.org.au  Evidence of pension card or current student card required. \nFor more information email training@mhaca.org.au  or call 0437 947 257
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/safetalk-alice-springs-13/
LOCATION:Olive Pink Botanic Garden Gallery\, 27 Tuncks Road\, Alice Springs\, NT\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240619T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20240326T054309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T231851Z
UID:5524-1718785800-1718899200@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid (Adult) - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid course will teach you how to assist an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves\, using a practical\, evidence-based Action Plan. This course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of Aboriginal people with lived experience of mental health problems and professionals. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. For registration please email training@mhaca.org.au  Evidence of pension card or current student card required \nFor more information email training@mhaca.org.au  or call 0437 947 257
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-mental-health-first-aid-adult-alice-springs-2/
LOCATION:Charles Darwin University Alice Springs\, 10 Grevillea Dv\, Alice Springs\, NT\, 0870
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240710T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240710T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20240510T020829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T020829Z
UID:5606-1720602000-1720614600@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:safeTALK - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:safeTALK is a half-day alertness workshop that prepares anyone\, regardless of experience or training\, to become a suicide-alert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die but are struggling with the pain in their lives. \nThrough their words and actions\, they invite help to stay alive. safeTALK-trained helpers can recognise these invitations and take action by connecting them with life-saving mental health support. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. \nFor registration please email training@mhaca.org.au  Evidence of pension card or current student card required. \nFor more information email training@mhaca.org.au  or call 0437 947 257
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/safetalk-alice-springs-11/
LOCATION:Olive Pink Botanic Garden Gallery\, 27 Tuncks Road\, Alice Springs\, NT\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240724T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240725T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20240510T021819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T041407Z
UID:5612-1721809800-1721923200@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:Standard Mental Health First Aid - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:This two-day course teaches adults how to provide initial support to adults who are developing a mental illness or experiencing a mental health crisis. Course participants learn about the signs and symptoms of the common and disabling mental health problems\, how to provide initial help\, where and how to get professional help\, what sort of help has been shown by research to be effective\, and how to provide first aid in a crisis situation. As a participant you will gain improved knowledge of mental illnesses and their interventions\, knowledge of appropriate first aid strategies\, and confidence in providing first aid to individuals with a mental health problem. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. \nFor registration please email training@mhaca.org.au \nEvidence of pension card or current student card required.
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/standard-mental-health-first-aid-alice-springs-5/
LOCATION:Charles Darwin University Alice Springs\, 10 Grevillea Dv\, Alice Springs\, NT\, 0870
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240807T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240807T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20240624T231555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T231555Z
UID:5708-1723021200-1723033800@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:safeTALK - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:safeTALK is a half-day alertness workshop that prepares anyone\, regardless of experience or training\, to become a suicide-alert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die but are struggling with the pain in their lives. Through their words and actions\, they invite help to stay alive. safeTALK-trained helpers can recognise these invitations and take action by connecting them with life-saving mental health support. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students.For registration please email training@mhaca.org.au  Evidence of pension card or current student card required.
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/safetalk-alice-springs-14/
LOCATION:Olive Pink Botanic Garden Gallery\, 27 Tuncks Road\, Alice Springs\, NT\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240814T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240815T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20240624T232459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T232459Z
UID:5711-1723624200-1723737600@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:ASIST - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:Learn the skills. Help save a life. ASIST is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first-aid. ASIST teaches participants to recognise when someone may be at risk of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety. Although ASIST is widely used by healthcare providers\, participants don’t need any formal training to attend the workshop—ASIST can be learned and used by anyone. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. For registration please email training@mhaca.org.au Evidence of pension card or current student card required.
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/asist-alice-springs-10/
LOCATION:TBA
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240917T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240917T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20240716T233226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T233226Z
UID:5766-1726563600-1726576200@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:safeTALK - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:safeTALK is a half-day alertness workshop that prepares anyone\, regardless of experience or training\, to become a suicide-alert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die but are struggling with the pain in their lives. \nThrough their words and actions\, they invite help to stay alive. safeTALK-trained helpers can recognise these invitations and take action by connecting them with life-saving mental health support. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. \nFor registration please email training@mhaca.org.au  Evidence of pension card or current student card required.
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/safetalk-alice-springs-15/
LOCATION:Olive Pink Botanic Garden Gallery\, 27 Tuncks Road\, Alice Springs\, NT\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240918T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20240919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20240716T234049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T041508Z
UID:5769-1726648200-1726761600@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:Standard Mental Health First Aid - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:This two-day course teaches adults how to provide initial support to adults who are developing a mental illness or experiencing a mental health crisis. Course participants learn about the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems\, how to provide initial help\, where and how to get professional help\, what sort of help has been shown by research to be effective\, and how to provide first aid in a crisis situation. As a participant you will gain improved knowledge of mental illnesses and their interventions\, knowledge of appropriate first aid strategies\, and confidence in providing first aid to individuals with a mental health problem. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. For registration please email training@mhaca.org.au Evidence of pension card or current student card required.
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/standard-mental-health-first-aid-alice-springs-6/
LOCATION:Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education\, Desert Peoples Centre Campus\, 475 Stuart Hwy\, Kilgariff NT 0873
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241007T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20241002T052823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T053908Z
UID:5911-1728302400-1728565200@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:Free Workshops - Mental Health Week
DESCRIPTION:These 1-hour workshops will run 12pm-1pm from Monday 7 to Thursday 10 October at the Stress Less Hub at the Alice Plaza\, Mparntwe/Alice Springs. A perfect opportunity to unwind during your lunch break!\n\n\nSpots are limited\, register at https://shorturl.at/xfINt\n\n\n•Monday 7 October – Mindful Movement Workshop with Be.ME Movement Education \nBe.ME Movement Education will facilitate a dynamic session of mindful movement designed to reduce stress and boost your energy. This workshop offers a refreshing way to practice self-care and leave attendees feeling revitalised. \n• Tuesday 8 October – Exercise with Lucinda from Reclink Australia \nLucinda will facilitate a fun and energising workout session. Exercise can have a good impact on our mental health and emotional wellbeing. It not only boosts our mood\, it also improves our cardiovascular and overall physical health. Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. This workshop welcomes all and is beginners friendly. \n• Wednesday 9 October – Clay Making Workshop with Healing Studio \nThe Healing Studio will facilitate a therapeutic clay-making workshop. Engaging in the tactile process of working with clay promotes relaxation and can reduce stress levels. No previous experience is required. \n• Thursday 10 October – Yoga with Federico \nFederico will guide a gentle yoga class suitable for all levels. Yoga breathing practices and meditation can help calm and centre the mind and also help reduce anxiety and depression. Bring your own mat if you have one\, some mats will also be available.
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/free-workshops-mental-health-week/
LOCATION:Alice Plaza\, 36 Todd Mall\, Alice Springs\, Northern Territory\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241009T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241010T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20240903T035223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T011503Z
UID:5882-1728462600-1728576000@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:Aboriginal Youth Mental Health First Aid - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:In this informative and strengths-based two-day course you will learn how to assist Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander young people who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis until appropriate professional support is received or the crisis resolves\, using practical\, evidence-based action plan. You will be grounded in social and emotional well-being from an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander perspective and explore strengths-based communication tips to engage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander young people. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. For registration please email training@mhaca.org.au Evidence of pension card or current student card required.
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/aboriginal-youth-mental-health-first-aid-alice-springs/
LOCATION:Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education\, Desert Peoples Centre Campus\, 475 Stuart Hwy\, Kilgariff NT 0873
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241011T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20241002T051715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T054120Z
UID:5908-1728640800-1728651600@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:Stress Less in the Plaza
DESCRIPTION:Stress Less in the Plaza is on Friday 11 October 10am-1pm at the Alice Plaza\, Mparntwe/Alice Springs. It is the feature event of Mental Health Week and focuses on community wellbeing. With speakers\, information stalls\, music by Shilo and Darcy Davis\, dance fit workshop\, kids’ activities and free massages. It’s a free whole community event. Come on down!This activity is supported by funding from the Northern Territory PHN through the Australian Government’s PHN Program.
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/stress-less-in-the-plaza/
LOCATION:Alice Plaza\, 36 Todd Mall\, Alice Springs\, Northern Territory\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241016T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241016T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20240903T035757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T035757Z
UID:5885-1729069200-1729081800@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:safeTALK - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:safeTALK is a half-day alertness workshop that prepares anyone\, regardless of experience or training\, to become a suicide-alert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die but are struggling with the pain in their lives. \nThrough their words and actions\, they invite help to stay alive. safeTALK-trained helpers can recognise these invitations and take action by connecting them with life-saving mental health support. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. For registration please email training@mhaca.org.au  Evidence of pension card or current student card required.
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/safetalk-alice-springs-16/
LOCATION:Olive Pink Botanic Garden Gallery\, 27 Tuncks Road\, Alice Springs\, NT\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:healthpromotion@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241105T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241106T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20240903T040438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T011206Z
UID:5888-1730795400-1730908800@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:I-ASIST - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:Indigenous Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training I-ASIST provides a culturally relevant framework for participants to learn how to use a unique 6 task model to provide a suicide first aid intervention\, work with someone to develop a personalised safety plan to keep safe for now and connect with further help. This course has been developed by First Nations people with First Nations facilitators\, to provide culturally appropriate suicide prevention training. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. Evidence of pension card or current student card required. For registration please email training@mhaca.org.au
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/i-asist-alice-springs/
LOCATION:Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education\, Desert Peoples Centre Campus\, 475 Stuart Hwy\, Kilgariff NT 0873
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241112T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241112T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20241022T231221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T231221Z
UID:5938-1731430800-1731436200@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:MHACA's Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We invite MHACA members and interested community members to join MHACA’s AGM.\n\n\n\nCome along to hear about the work MHACA has been doing over the last year! Light refreshments will be provided.\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP by 5 November. Call 8950 4600 or email info@mhaca.org.au
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/mhacas-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:MHACA 14 Lindsay Avenue East Side\, 14 Lindsay Ave\, East Side\, NT\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241120T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20241120T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20240903T040951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T040951Z
UID:5891-1732093200-1732105800@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:safeTALK - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:safeTALK is a half-day alertness workshop that prepares anyone\, regardless of experience or training\, to become a suicide-alert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die but are struggling with the pain in their lives. \nThrough their words and actions\, they invite help to stay alive. safeTALK-trained helpers can recognise these invitations and take action by connecting them with life-saving mental health support. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. For registration please email training@mhaca.org.au  Evidence of pension card or current student card required.
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/safetalk-alice-springs-17/
LOCATION:Olive Pink Botanic Garden Gallery\, 27 Tuncks Road\, Alice Springs\, NT\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250312T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250312T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20241220T051511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T231000Z
UID:5989-1741770000-1741782600@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:safeTALK - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:safeTALK is a half-day alertness workshop that prepares anyone\, regardless of experience or training\, to become a suicide-alert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die but are struggling with the pain in their lives. Through their words and actions\, they invite help to stay alive. safeTALK-trained helpers can recognise these invitations and take action by connecting them with life-saving mental health support. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. Evidence of pension card or current student card required. For registration please email training@mhaca.org.au
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/safetalk-alice-springs-18/
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Events,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250319T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250320T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20241220T053052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T015610Z
UID:5995-1742373000-1742486400@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:Youth Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid course teaches participants how to provide initial support to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis\, until professional support is received\, or the crisis resolves.  \nThis strengths-based course has been developed and reviewed in consultation with Australia’s First Nations people. The course ensures participants are grounded in social and emotional well-being from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspective\, equipping them with the skills to provide mental health first aid in a culturally safe and informed way.   \nCourse participants learn about the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems in adults\, how to recognise and respond to an emerging or worsening mental health problem\, and the supports available\, including cultural context to community-based care.  \nUsing a practical\, evidence-based action plans\, course participants learn how to approach someone they are concerned about and initiate a conversation about those concerns. Participants also learn how to offer initial support and information and how to encourage the person to seek professional\, cultural and other supports.  \nAdults who complete the course become Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAiders)\, equipped with the knowledge\, confidence\, and skills to provide someone with mental health information and support when it matters most. \nClick here for an AMHFA information flyer\, or for a short introduction film click here \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. Evidence of pension card or current student card required. For registration\, please email: training@mhaca.org.au \nInformation on this page has come from the AYMHFA website: https://www.mhfa.com.au/our-courses/adults-supporting-young-people/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-youth-mental-health-first-aid/ \nThis course is recognised by Suicide Prevention Australia as a safe\, high-quality\, and effective suicide prevention program.
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/youth-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-mental-health-first-aid-alice-springs-5/
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Events,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHACA":MAILTO:info@mhaca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250409T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250410T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20250227T041243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T052335Z
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SUMMARY:I-ASIST (Indigenous Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)- Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:Indigenous Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training I-ASIST provides a culturally relevant framework for participants to learn how to use a unique 6 task model to provide a suicide first aid intervention\, work with someone to develop a personalised safety plan to keep safe for now and connect with further help. This course has been developed by First Nations people with First Nations facilitators\, to provide culturally appropriate suicide prevention training. \nI-ASIST is for Indigenous workforces\, people who work with Indigenous communities\, as well as schools\, community groups\, and sports clubs. Virtually anyone age 16 or older\, regardless of prior experience or training\, can become an I-ASIST trained helper \nDuring the two-day interactive workshop\, participants learn through powerful audio-visual learning aids\, group yarns\, skills practice and development through trainer-facilitated workgroups. \nParticipants in I-ASIST: \n\n\nLearn the skills to provide a suicide first-aid intervention \n\n\nWork to develop a personalised safety plan for someone with thoughts of suicide to keep “safe-for-now” \n\n\nConnect the person with thoughts of suicide to further help \n\n\nAcquire skills in an evidence-based intervention model\, with the assistance of two LivingWorks registered I-ASIST trainers \n\n\nClick here for information on the evidence supporting I-ASIST\, or for a short introduction film click here \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. Evidence of pension card or current student card required. For registration\, please email training@mhaca.org.au \nContent on this website is sourced from the LivingWorks Website: I-ASIST & safeYARN » LivingWorks Education Australia \n    
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/i-asist-alice-springs-2-2/
LOCATION:Mercure Alice Springs Resort\, 34 Stott Terrace\, Alice Springs NT 0870\, 34 Stott Terrace\, Alice Springs NT 0870\, Alice Springs\, Northern Territory\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250430T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20250212T031606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T060644Z
UID:6122-1746003600-1746018000@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:safeYARN
DESCRIPTION:safeYARN is a suicide prevention program\, designed to foster meaningful connections and open dialogues within Indigenous communities. \n\n\n\n\nThis culturally grounded training emphasises: \n\nStory-telling and Connection: using yarning in a safe space for participants to share experiences\, build trust and create a supportive network.\nCultural Safety: tailored content respects local customs\, values and traditions\, making it relevant to the unique needs of each community.\nEarly Identification: equipping participants with practical skills to recognise warning signs and provide compassionate support to individuals with thoughts of suicide.\n\nThrough safeYARN\, we aim to build resilient communities where everyone feels connected\, valued and supported. ​ \nClick here for information on the evidence supporting the safeYARN and I-ASIST programs\, or for a short introduction film click here. \nPrice: Government/Business $95\, Concession/Not for Profit $75 \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. Evidence of pension card or current student card required. For registration\, please email training@mhaca.org.au \nInformation about the safeYARN course has been sourced from LivingWorks Website: I-ASIST & safeYARN » LivingWorks Education Australia \n       
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/safeyarn/
LOCATION:Mercure Alice Springs Resort\, 34 Stott Terrace\, Alice Springs NT 0870\, 34 Stott Terrace\, Alice Springs NT 0870\, Alice Springs\, Northern Territory\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250507T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250507T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20250311T061316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T021511Z
UID:6218-1746608400-1746621000@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:safeTALK - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:LivingWorks safeTALK is a four-hour training that equips people to be more alert to someone thinking of suicide and better able to connect them with further help. Using a simple yet effective model\, LivingWorks safeTALK empowers everyone to make a difference. With over 120\,000 people attending each year\, it’s the world’s fastest-growing suicide prevention skills training course. \n\n\nIn LivingWorks safeTALK you will learn how to reach out to someone thinking about suicide and help them keep safe by promptly connecting them to further support. Your role as a connector is the main focus of this training\, which features: \n\n\n\n\n\nTrainer presentations\, facilitated discussion\, and skills practice\nVideos that illustrate what happens when signs of suicide are overlooked\, and how you can contribute to safe outcomes when these signs are heard and addressed\nOpportunities to further explore organisational applications of the training\nA community resource person will be on hand at the workshop to support your safety and comfort\n\n\n\nThrough their words and actions\, they invite help to stay alive. safeTALK-trained helpers can recognise these invitations and take action by connecting them with life-saving mental health support. \nThe training is supported by over 50 peer-reviewed studies and government reports validating the impact of our programs \nLivingWorks safeTALK participants learn to recognise when someone is thinking about suicide and connect them to an intervention provider\, such as a LivingWorks ASIST trained helper. In this way\, LivingWorks safeTALK participants build a safety network around these intervention providers and greatly increase their reach and impact. \nLivingWorks safeTALK workshops can be arranged for your organisation or group\, tailored to the needs of your staff\, volunteers or members. \nClick here to visit the LivingWorks Website\, or for a short film about safeTALK click here. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. For registration\, please email training@mhaca.org.au Evidence of pension card or current student card required. \nInformation on this webpage has been directly sourced from the LivingWorks Website: https://livingworks.net/training/livingworks-safetalk/
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/safetalk-alice-springs-19/
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250512T081500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250513T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20250224T021256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T014615Z
UID:6158-1747037700-1747152000@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid (Adult) - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid course teaches participants how to provide initial support to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis\, until professional support is received\, or the crisis resolves.  \nThis strengths-based course has been developed and reviewed in consultation with Australia’s First Nations people. The course ensures participants are grounded in social and emotional well-being from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspective\, equipping them with the skills to provide mental health first aid in a culturally safe and informed way.   \nCourse participants learn about the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems in adults\, how to recognise and respond to an emerging or worsening mental health problem\, and the supports available\, including cultural context to community-based care.  \nUsing a practical\, evidence-based action plans\, course participants learn how to approach someone they are concerned about and initiate a conversation about those concerns. Participants also learn how to offer initial support and information and how to encourage the person to seek professional\, cultural and other supports.  \nAdults who complete the course become Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAiders)\, equipped with the knowledge\, confidence\, and skills to provide someone with mental health information and support when it matters. \nClick here for an AMHFA information flyer\, or for a short introduction film click here. \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. For registration\, please email training@mhaca.org.au Evidence of pension card or current student card required. \nThe information on this page has been sourced directly from the MHFA Australia Website: https://www.mhfa.com.au/our-courses/adults-supporting-adults/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-mental-health-first-aid/ \n 
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-mental-health-first-aid-adult-alice-springs-3/
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250514T081500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250515T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20250224T033403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T045119Z
UID:6169-1747210500-1747324800@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:Trusted by professionals\, approved by the World Health Organisation and learnable by anyone\, LivingWorks Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is the only workshop of its kind. Updated continually to reflect new knowledge\, LivingWorks ASIST has been training people to provide suicide first aid interventions for 40 years. \nASIST teaches participants to recognise when someone may be at risk of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety. Although ASIST is widely used by healthcare providers\, participants don’t need any formal training to attend the workshop—ASIST can be learned and used by anyone. \n\n\n\nLivingWorks ASIST is a two-day in-person workshop featuring powerful audiovisuals\, discussions\, and simulations.\nYou will also consider how personal and community attitudes about suicide affect someone’s openness to seek help and your ability to provide it.\nThis workshop will increase your willingness\, confidence\, and capacity to provide suicide first aid.\n\n\n\n\n\nTwo knowledgeable\, supportive trainers will guide you through the course\, ensuring a comfortable and safe learning environment. \nWith over 50 peer-reviewed studies and government reports validating the impact of our programs\, we have the most robust evidence base in the suicide prevention training field. LivingWorks ASIST is the gold standard suicide intervention skills course across the globe. \n  \n\nLivingWorks ASIST participants contribute to safer communities and workplaces by providing life-changing suicide first aid interventions. They’re a vital resource that participants in connector programs—such as LivingWorks Start and LivingWorks safeTALK—can call to help others. \nLivingWorks ASIST workshops can be arranged for your organisation or group\, tailored to the needs of your staff\, volunteers or members. \nClick here to download an ASIST information flyer \n\nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. For registration\, please email training@mhaca.org.au Evidence of pension card or current student card required. \nAll information on this page has been sourced directly from the LivingWorks website: https://wwwold.livingworks.com.au/programs/asist/
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/i-asist-alice-springs-2/
LOCATION:Mercure Alice Springs Resort\, 34 Stott Terrace\, Alice Springs NT 0870\, 34 Stott Terrace\, Alice Springs NT 0870\, Alice Springs\, Northern Territory\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250521T081500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250522T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20250203T060449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T044941Z
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SUMMARY:Standard Mental Health First Aid - Alice Springs
DESCRIPTION:The Standard Mental Health First Aid course teaches participants how to provide initial support to another adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis\, until professional help is received\, or the crisis resolves. \nCourse participants learn about the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems in adults\, how to recognise and respond to an emerging or worsening mental health problem and the treatments and supports available. \nUsing a practical\, evidence-based action plan\, course participants learn how to approach someone they are concerned about and initiate a conversation about those concerns. Participants also learn how to offer initial support and information and how to encourage the person to seek professional help or other supports \nAdults who complete the course become Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAiders)\, equipped with the knowledge\, confidence\, and skills to provide someone with mental health information and support when it matters most. \nPrice: Government/Business $300\, Concession/Not for Profit $200 \nFlyer: MHFA_Standard-Course-Flyer.pdf \nAll accredited training is available free of charge to pension card holders and Higher Education and VET students. Evidence of pension card or current student card required. For registration\, please email training@mhaca.org.au \nInformation about this course has been sourced from the following website: Standard Mental Health First Aid – Mental Health First Aid Australia \n 
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/standard-mental-health-first-aid-alice-springs-8/
CATEGORIES:Alice Springs,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250613T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20250613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20250528T020404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T020404Z
UID:6407-1749812400-1749819600@www.mhaca.org.au
SUMMARY:Men's Health Week event
DESCRIPTION:Men’s Health Week community event is on Friday 13 June 11am-1pm at the Todd Mall as part of Men’s Health Week. Let’s come together for a relaxed time on the lawns to promote and support the mental health and wellbeing of men and boys in our communities. Everyone is welcome!\n\n\n\nThere will be:\nFree haircuts and shaves by Barber Blak Kings\n Information stalls\n A healthy BBQ cooked by the Rotary Club of Alice Springs\n AFL Northern Territory kicking the footy around\n\n\n\nThis free community event is part of International Men’s Health Week 2025 (9-15 June)\, an opportunity to spark conversations highlighting the importance of men’s health.
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/mens-health-week-event/
LOCATION:Uniting Church Lawns\, 50 Todd St\, East Side\, Northern Territory\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20251118T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20251118T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T013122
CREATED:20251024T054928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T040405Z
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SUMMARY:MHACA's Special General Meeting and Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We warmly invite you to MHACA’s upcoming Special General Meeting and Annual General Meeting. \nWhen: 5pm Tuesday 18 November \nWhere: MHACA premises\, 14 Lindsay Avenue\, East Side. \nEntry: Please park at Netball courts or IGA carpark and enter via MHACA’s back gate. \nThe Special General Meeting will begin at 5pm\, where we will be seeking membership endorsement of changes to MHACA’s constitution to modernise the constitution and more accurately reflect the work of the organisation in 2025. This will be followed by the Annual General Meeting where MHACA’s annual report will be presented\, as well as the election of Board members. \nLight refreshments will be available. \nPlease RSVP at https://events.humanitix.com/mhaca-agm by Friday 14 November.
URL:https://www.mhaca.org.au/event/mhacas-special-general-meeting-and-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:MHACA 14 Lindsay Avenue East Side\, 14 Lindsay Ave\, East Side\, NT\, 0870\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events
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