30/09/2026
💚 October is Mental Health Month 💚
Mental Health Month is recognised throughout October, providing an important opportunity to raise awareness, reduce stigma and encourage conversations about mental health and wellbeing.
This year’s theme, “A Little Connection Goes a Long Way,” reminds us that connection doesn’t always have to come from big gestures.
Sometimes it’s the little things that make the biggest difference.
Throughout Mental Health Month, we encourage everyone to make connection part of their everyday routine. Check in with your fellow volunteers, mates, colleagues, family and community — and remember to check in with yourself too.
Because a little connection really can go a long way. 💚
How NSW SESVA supports members:
Mental health support includes connection, practical assistance and having someone in your corner. NSW SESVA supports members throughout the year through:
Mental Health First Aid training — helping members recognise when someone may be struggling and offer initial support.
Independent advocacy — supporting volunteers to raise concerns and navigate difficult situations.
Welfare support — practical assistance during personal hardship, illness or challenging circumstances.
Cost of Living Relief and Fuel Support — helping ease financial pressures associated with volunteering.
The Wellness & Training Retreat at Windellama — providing opportunities for rest, connection and time away.
Emergency accommodation — helping members facing difficult or unexpected circumstances.
Hospital visits and flowers — showing members they are valued and remembered during illness, injury or loss.
Unit debrief funding and Thank You BBQ support — creating opportunities to reconnect, talk and support one another.
Field support — practical assistance for members during demanding operational periods.
Unit visits and ambassadors — strengthening connections and helping members access SESVA support.
Training and scholarships — supporting personal development, confidence and opportunities.
Advocacy for volunteer wellbeing — raising concerns about safety, welfare, inclusion and fair treatment with SES leadership and government.
This Mental Health Month, reach out, check in and stay connected. SESVA support continues all year.
Volunteers supporting volunteers since 1998.
