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Phoenix Australia Phoenix Australia is the national centre of excellence in posttraumatic mental health.

Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the devastating floods and landslides in Nepal, and to the Nepalese community ...
01/09/2026

Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the devastating floods and landslides in Nepal, and to the Nepalese community here in Australia worried about loved ones back home.

Watching a disaster unfold from overseas while trying to reach family and friends can be exhausting, overwhelming, and deeply distressing. Feelings of helplessness, anxiety, sadness, and numbness are completely normal responses to large-scale crises.

If you or someone in your community is navigating the impact of this crisis, here are key strategies to support wellbeing:
• Focus on the basics: Prioritise rest, routine, and reliable physical care where possible.
• Stay connected: Lean on family, friends, and local community groups. Mutual support and shared understanding help restore a sense of calm.
• Manage media exposure: Stay informed through trusted sources, but set boundaries with continuous news coverage and graphic social media feeds.
• Channel care into manageable action: Organising community check-ins or supporting relief initiatives can help rebuild a sense of agency.
• Seek support early: If distress persists across several weeks and significantly interferes with daily functioning, reach out to health professionals to explore support for posttraumatic stress disorder.

24/7 Support in Australia:
• Lifeline: 13 11 14
• Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
• 13YARN: 13 92 76

Download our guide on helping yourself and your community cope with overseas emergencies: phx.org.au/os-disasters

Additional disaster mental health resources are available via the Phoenix Australia Disaster Hub: phx.org.au/dmhh

📢 Date Change: Psychosocial Safety WebinarOur upcoming free webinar, Psychosocial Safety: Protecting People, Strengtheni...
26/08/2026

📢 Date Change: Psychosocial Safety Webinar

Our upcoming free webinar, Psychosocial Safety: Protecting People, Strengthening Teams, has been rescheduled.

New date and time: Thursday 17 September, 11am–12pm
(Previously: Tuesday 15 September, 10am–11am)

If you're already registered, your spot remains secure – there's nothing further you need to do. If you haven't yet registered and would like to attend, you can do so via the link below.

We apologise for any inconvenience this change may cause, and thank you for your understanding.

https://phx.org.au/sept-webinar

Sincere thanks to AFAC for selecting Phoenix Australia as the official charity partner for this year’s conference in Mel...
21/08/2026

Sincere thanks to AFAC for selecting Phoenix Australia as the official charity partner for this year’s conference in Melbourne.

Nicole, David, and Alex valued the opportunity to connect with leaders and frontline personnel across fire, rescue, and emergency management to champion responder wellbeing, psychosocial safety, and disaster resilience.

Emergency service workers dedicate their lives to keeping our communities safe. Your support helps us deliver world-leading research, evidence-based guidance, and specialised treatment for those impacted by trauma.

To support our work, please visit our donation page: phx.org.au/afac26-donate

There is only one week to go until the ARA Rail People and Culture Conference 2026.With psychosocial safety firmly in fo...
19/08/2026

There is only one week to go until the ARA Rail People and Culture Conference 2026.

With psychosocial safety firmly in focus for the rail industry, understanding how to handle workplace trauma is more critical than ever. Alexandra Howard, Director, Disasters and Public Health Emergencies at Phoenix Australia, will be taking the stage to discuss evidence-based frameworks that help organisations protect and support their teams.

Secure your place to join this essential conversation on workforce culture and mental health.
27–28 August 2026

Register here: https://lnkd.in/eMVRyMZY

What helps create an emergency service workplace where people feel safe to speak up, seek support and look out for one a...
14/08/2026

What helps create an emergency service workplace where people feel safe to speak up, seek support and look out for one another?

Join Responder Assist for our next free webinar exploring psychosocial safety in emergency service settings.

The session will look at:

- Psychosocial hazards in emergency service work
- The role of leaders and peers in reducing stigma
- Creating psychologically safe conversations
- Team-based strategies for mental health and wellbeing
- Building sustainable peer support practices

**Session details**

📅 Tue, 15 Sept 2026

⏰ 10am - 11am AEST

💻 Online | Free

Register here: https://phx.org.au/sept-webinar

We encourage those based in Victoria and working in peer support, wellbeing and leadership roles across emergency services to join us.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the recent VF-LINK webinar, Conducting real-world research that improves veteran...
10/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the recent VF-LINK webinar, Conducting real-world research that improves veteran and family wellbeing.

Missed the live session or want to revisit the discussion? The presentation slides and recording are now available:
Watch the Recording: phx.org.au/vw2video
Access the Slides: phx.org.au/vw2slides

Our next VF-LINK webinar will be in October 2026, focusing on supporting veterans and their families in making evidence-informed treatment choices. Full registration details coming soon.

Time is running out to register.Next Thursday 30 July, join us online for the VF-LINK webinar: Conducting real-world res...
22/07/2026

Time is running out to register.

Next Thursday 30 July, join us online for the VF-LINK webinar: Conducting real-world research that improves veteran and family wellbeing.

Learn how leading experts are building collaborative, ethical, and trauma-informed research that translates into better health outcomes for veterans and families of veterans.

Can’t make the live session? Register anyway to ensure you receive the edited recording and supporting materials directly to your inbox after the event.

Register at: phx.org.au/vf-link-wbnr2

Final call. We go live in 48 hours.This Thursday morning at 11:00 am, join Anne-Laure Couineau, Christabelle Goonasekera...
20/07/2026

Final call. We go live in 48 hours.

This Thursday morning at 11:00 am, join Anne-Laure Couineau, Christabelle Goonasekera, and Dr Rahul Khanna to explore practical, piloted strategies for trauma-informed practice in mental health and wellbeing services.

If you are a clinical, peer, or allied health worker looking for real-world solutions to support individuals experiencing trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder, this is your final opportunity to secure a spot.

Get the tools, learn from live case scenarios, and discover how to better support your team's wellbeing.

When: Thursday 23 July, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm AEST
Where: Virtual (Free)

Note: A link to the recording will be emailed to everyone who registers, so you won't miss out if a last-minute client conflict arises.

Register here: phx.org.au/tipmhw

We are officially less than a week away from our free TIP Pilot Webinar on Thursday 23 July.For mental health and commun...
16/07/2026

We are officially less than a week away from our free TIP Pilot Webinar on Thursday 23 July.

For mental health and community service professionals, being trauma-informed isn't just a philosophy - it is an active practice woven into the most critical aspects of care.

In this interactive 1-hour session, our expert panel will explore real-world solutions for managing complex, everyday clinical challenges, focusing on:
• Safeguarding disclosure: Best practices for helping someone safely share their experience of trauma.
• Proactive support planning: Navigating risk assessments and crisis response effectively.
• Worker wellbeing: Practical strategies to support your team's safety and wellbeing in demanding environments.

Attendees will also gain immediate access to a comprehensive suite of free tools designed to help build a truly trauma-informed service.

Date: Thursday 23 July 2026 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm AEST

Can't make the live session? Register anyway and a full recording will be emailed to you after the event.

Register for the free webinar here: phx.org.au/tipmhw

What does good practice look like when conducting researching veteran and family wellbeing? It starts with being inclusi...
16/07/2026

What does good practice look like when conducting researching veteran and family wellbeing? It starts with being inclusive, trauma-informed and genuine collaboration.

Our upcoming VF-LINK webinar features a great lineup of sector leaders, including Associate Professor Lisa Dell, Professor Ed Heffernan, Ms Georgina Binks, and Wing Commander Sharon Bown AM (Ret’d). They will be sharing practical guidance on conducting research that make a genuine difference in real-world settings.

Date: Thursday 30 July 2026
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (AEST)
Cost: Free
Format: Online via Microsoft Teams

Primarily intended for researchers and research teams, including students and early career researchers, and also open to others across the sector.

Reserve your spot here: phx.org.au/vf-link-wbnr2

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