The Walker familyโs heartbreaking story shines a light on the struggles faced by those in rural and regional areas. The ABS statistics speak for themselves โ38.8% of Australian people aged 16-24 years have had a 12-month mental health disorderโ, these are our students, our friends, our future.
CEF fosters further education, career, and personal development opportunities of rural and regional youth, through community-based financial assistance and wrap around support. Thatโs why weโve teamed up with #handtotheland and @mhfa_australia to improve mental health literacy in these communities. Education is key to making a difference.
CEFโs local committees across the country are run by community volunteers all with one thing in common โ a passion for seeing rural and regional youth succeed. Arming our 46 committees and hundreds of volunteers with the Mental Health First Aid Australiaโs education course is vital in building the knowledge of our communities on how to support those affected with mental health challenges. The #handtotheland funds will also support CEF students studying and looking to work in the mental health sector.
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