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%of Indigenous adults experience high psychological distress more than twice the rate of non-Indigenous Australians.
Health & Wellbeing
Improving mental health outcomes for First Nations communities
We support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander wellbeing through accredited initiatives that foster resilience and empowerment.
Why culturally safe mental health support is critical
Mental health challenges in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are a critical issue, with rates of psychological distress more than twice as high as those in non-Indigenous Australians. Despite the urgency, significant barriers prevent access to culturally safe mental health support.
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%of Indigenous Australians experience anxiety With Indigenous women most impacted, at 21%.
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%of Indigenous Australians aged 15 and over seek mental health support most access support from GPs, counselling, and psychologists.
Addressing the need for culturally safe mental health support
Mental health disparities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are profound, with one in three Indigenous adults experiencing high psychological distress—more than twice the rate of non-Indigenous Australians. Despite this urgent need, only 27% of Indigenous Australians access mental health support, hindered by systemic barriers, stigma, and a lack of culturally safe services.
To address these inequalities, mental health support must be culturally informed, trauma-sensitive, and strengths-based. Our approach ensures that services respect cultural identities and empower individuals and communities to seek the help they need, ultimately fostering resilience and meaningful change.
How we support communities
We deliver culturally safe mental health training to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.