Western Australian Good Outcomes Awards 2011

It's that time of year again, get ready to nominate your favourite mental health promotion program, project or initiative for the WA Good Outcome Awards 2011. Presented by the Mental Health Commission, the awards held in October during Mental Health Week are the annual who's who of WA mental health in government, private and not-for-profit services, consumer and carer networks, indigenous and multi-cultural providers.

Visit the Mental Health Commission's website for nomination forms and advice

Always of interest is Category 2: the Edith Cowan University Prevention and Early Intervention Award
which recognises excellence and innovation in the delivery of prevention and early intervention strategies that enhance the quality of life and wellbeing of people with a mental illness. 

Previous winners in this category include: 
Music to Open Your Mind
Mentally Healthy WA

Mentally Healthy WA - Act Belong Commit

Western Australia is fortunate to be the launchpad for the Act Belong Commit campaign developed by Mentally Healthy WA.

This population based campaign translates research about protective factors for mental health like social connectedness and physical activity into three practical steps:

Act: Be physically, mentally and socially active
Belong: Keep up friendships, join in club and community events
Commit: Support a good cause and help others

Mentally Healthy WA works in communities to support diverse events, from photovoice exhibitions to community kitchens as opportunities for connection.

http://actbelongcommit.org.au/