31/03/2022
GET IN THE GAME
The NSW government understands the importance of tackling mental health and helping improve the lives of NSW communities by supporting State of Mind workshops. The NRL’s State of Mind program has announced its continued partnership with the NSW government.
On 18 May 2021, NSW Deputy Premier John Barilaro and Minister for Mental Health Bronnie Taylor were present to make this special announcement, where they were able to experience first-hand the powerful impact that the program has on its participants.
These programs have been created in conjunction with expert partners, headspace, Lifeline, Kids Helpline & Black Dog Institute, with the aims of:
Using the game’s reach, profile, clubs, and players to help remove the stigma surrounding mental illness. Connecting Rugby League communities (participants, fans, and volunteers) with our mental health partners and local service providers Stimulating help-seeking behaviours throughout the Rugby League community by providing appropriate literature and resources. Educating and informing communities through an interactive face-to-face session to improve mental health literacy.
Over the past 4 years, the NRL has been using their voice, in consultation with Australia’s leading mental health experts, to make a difference to a big issue that impacts our game and our communities – mental ill health.
Mental ill health doesn’t discriminate. In Australia, almost 1-in-2 people are affected by mental illness. It’s Australia’s single biggest health issue and as Australia’s biggest sporting community, we can and should play a pivotal role in improving the outcomes of those affected.
The NRL State of Mind program has created a range of workshops to help improve the mental health and wellbeing of our Rugby League communities.
The State of Mind program has also launched in Western Australia as part of the NRL and Western Australia commitment to complete the four-step program as well as in the Northern Territory.
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