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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing Resources

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing Resources

Wellbeing looks different for everyone. For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, it is often understood through the lens of culture, community, Country, and connection, a holistic view that has sustained people across this land for tens of thousands of years. 

The intention of sharing these resources is to help elevate and amplify organisations, voices, and perspectives that are already doing this work with care, cultural knowledge, and lived experience. 

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, we hope you find something here that feels relevant and safe. And for all of our Australian community, we hope these perspectives enrich the way you think about wellbeing. 

Clearhead acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands across Australia, and pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging. 

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This resource was reviewed by Tanja Hirvonen – BPsychSc, BBus(HRM), BPscyhScH, MPsych(Clin) and a proud Jaru and Bunuba woman (Kimberley, Western Australia), born and raised on the lands of the Kalkadoon people – Mount Isa, Queensland. 

Healthline
If you are not in immediate danger but require crisis support:  mentalhealth.org.nz
Suicide Call Back Service
If you or someone you know is feeling suicidal. Call 1300 659 467. — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Lifeline
Lifeline provides 24-hour crisis counselling, support groups and suicide prevention services. Call 13 11 14
, text on 0477 13 11 14 (12pm to midnight AEST) or chat online.
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue aims to increase awareness of depression and anxiety and reduce stigma. Call 1300 22 4636, 24 hours/7 days a week, chat online or email.
Kids Helpline
Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free 24/7 confidential and private counseling service specifically for children and young people aged 5 – 25. Call 1800 55 1800.
MensLine Australia
MensLine Australia is a professional telephone and online counselling service offering support to Australian men. Call 1300 78 99 78, 24 hours/7 days a week, chat online or organise a video chat.
Open Arms — Veterans and Families Counselling
Open Arms — Veterans and Families Counselling provides 24/7 free and confidential counselling to anyone who has served at least one day in the ADF, their partners and families. Call 1800 011 046.
If you are not in immediate danger but require crisis support:  healthdirect.gov.au