Too many of our mokopuna and rangatahi in Aotearoa are growing up alongside mental health challenges. When a young person is struggling, the people around them — whānau, kaiako, coaches, friends and community — become an important part of the support they receive.
Being able to recognise when a young person is not okay matters.
Knowing how to start a caring conversation matters even more.
Mental Health First Aid training gives adults and communities the skills, confidence and understanding to notice the signs, respond safely, and support our young people in those moments when they need someone beside them.
Because when we strengthen the people around our mokopuna, we strengthen their chance to thrive.
*** I am a Certified Facilitator of Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa for the ADULT, YOUTH and TEEN programmes ***
COURSE OUTCOMES >>> (Minimum of ten people per course)
Increase literacy in what mental health is.
Gain confidence in your ability to provide basic support to adults who may be experiencing mental illness, distress or a mental health crisis.
Understand the most common mental health challenges in New Zealand.
“I truly believe I’ve been put here to help people, especially our young, who are experiencing challenges with their mental health.”
So, if your Rūnanga, political party, Kāhui Ako, Principals’ Associations, Corporate teams, Boards, or school communities need training, kia whakapā mai—touch base with me. It would be my privilege to train you!