Get involved
There are countless ways to be a part of Queensland Mental Health Week (QMHW) and there’s is no limit to the size or type of event you can hold. Simply, participate in a way that’s meaningful to you or your community. If you want to host your own event, we’ve stepped it out below. And remember to make an effort to be inclusive of everyone.
Who should get involved?
Individuals & community groups
- Invite friends, family, neighbours, team mates and work mates to join in
- Get your local schools, councils, community groups, sporting organisations and businesses involved
Businesses
- Coordinate an event for your workplace
- Gather your colleagues and support one of the many community-led events
- Promote on your website and social channels using Queensland Mental Health Week resources
- Share help-seeking resources with your employees
Schools & Universities
- Tomorrow’s adults have much to contribute today: you don’t have to be an adult to be a leader
- Approach the Principal or Student Wellbeing Officer at your school and ask about participating in a postcard competition on a health or wellbeing theme of your choice
- Universities can also participate through individually-led or student guild-led events
Your event 'how-to' kit
Check out the helpful Queensland Mental Health Week Event Organiser Kit.
DownloadThere are many ways to make a difference
For easy-to-organise event ideas, how about:
- a barbecue, coffee morning or lunchbox get together
- a family fun day with bikes, pets or a picnic
- an information booth at the local shopping centre or library
- an art or photography exhibition or competition, or even a cook-off
- group meditation or yoga
A place in the community
Every community has its hubs, find yours and you’re well on the way to getting the perfect venue for your event. Think about:
- the local park
- your workplace
- at school
- sports clubs
- the local shopping centre
- the community centre
- the bush or beach
Just remember to get permission first from any local authorities.
Events with benefits
Registered Queensland Mental Health Week events will get:
- its own page on the Queensland Mental Health Week website
- the Queensland Mental Health Week logo to use on social media, posters, flyers and on your website
- leveraged promotion in local and state media outlets
- a spot literally ‘on the map’
- automatic subscription to Queensland Mental Health Week eNews
Support for your event
Register nowBe prepared
Success favours those who are prepared, so:
- gather your team of helpers
- order Queensland Mental Health Week merchandise
- download posters and flyers
- line up help-seeking and support resources (from local mental health and wellness providers)
Promote awareness
Get resourcesBe social and media savvy
When you register an event, you’ll make it easier for people to find out you are participating in QMHW. But remember, sharing is caring, so you can also:
- share Queensland Mental Health Week posts with your followers
- share information, news, resources on Queensland Mental Health Week
- comment, like, be kind and polite
- alert your local media, especially if you’re hosting a large public event.
Join the conversation
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