MHWWA Newsletter

SEPTEMBER 2016

It has been an exciting few months in the men’s health and wellbeing sector.

In this edition of our Newsletter you will receive an update on how we are progressing with gaining political support for a WA Men’s Health Policy, an update on some of our key projects and events, and a thought provoking piece on a young man’s reflections on the journey to manhood.

Please let us know if you would like to make a contribution, promote an event through the newsletter or give us any helpful feedback for improvement.

Yours in health and wellbeing,
The Men’s Health and Wellbeing WA Team

The State of Men's Health

A WA Male Health Policy is a critical step in making sustainable improvements in the health and wellbeing of our boys and men across the state. Securing government commitment is fundamental to achieving this outcome for the community of Western Australia. It is not an easy journey but we continue to push tirelessly in this direction.

We have commenced a comprehensive sector needs analysis process to gain a current and clear understanding of the needs of the male health and wellbeing sector in WA. The information we gather is going to be significant in helping to represent the sectors needs to the government, identify priorities and fund important initiatives to improve male health and wellbeing outcomes.

Also, read an inspiring piece from Zac Northeast, our Intern from the University of Notre Dame; reflect on how we can help our members; and find out how you can support the important work that we do!

Projects Update

We are close to finalising the report on our regional Western Australian health and wellbeing needs analysis, we are printing new editions of the Blokes’ Book and Mooditj Marmum service directories, hosted our first Member’s Forum, and have been supporting various events and attending meetings to ensure the men’s health and wellbeing voice is heard.

In The News

The WA Father of the Year 2016 was announced and Mental Health Week 2016, The WA Men’s Gathering 2016 and the Stop Male Suicide campaign are coming to Perth. Mental Health Week, The WA Men’s Gathering and the Stop Male Suicide campaign are important events across the WA community that proactively promote mental health and personal growth and development in males – they are not to be missed. Also, follow the link and update yourself on what is happening at the national level in men’s health and wellbeing.

Events

Mental Health Week - 8 to 15 October 2016

Stop Male Suicide in WA Seminar - 19 October 2016

WA Men's Gathering - 18 to 20 November 2016

MHWWA Symposium - Date to be advised (early 2017)

For further details about any of the event listed above please contact us for more details.

Membership

Joining Men’s Health and Wellbeing WA provides you with the opportunity to be part of a strong and credible network of organisations and individuals who are dedicated to providing the leadership to drive improved health and wellbeing outcomes for boys and men in Western Australia.

Become A Member

Contact Us: admin@menshealthwa.org.au

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