Mental Health Coalition of South Australia

17/06/2026

He says he's fine. But is he really OK?

It's Men's Health Week and we're asking South Australians to look a little closer — at the mate who's gone quiet, the dad who seems stressed, the workmate who's not quite himself.

R U OK? reminds us that two thirds of men who are struggling don't feel confident enough to ask for help. So sometimes, we have to ask first.

Head to the link ruok.org.au/mens-health-week for conversation tips and resources to help you start that talk.

Because a question really can change a life. 💙

Inspiring and empowering people to meaningfully connect and lend support to the people in their world who may be struggling with life. Find conversation tips, resources and more so you can ask "are you OK?" and have a conversation that could change a life.

16/06/2026

This week the Opposition gets to scrutinise the State budget through the Budget estimates.

We teamed up with SACOSS (South Australian Council of Social Service) and sector colleagues to examine the 2025–26 State Budget and what it means for mental health in SA.

Spoiler: there's much much more work to do.

Check out the full Budget Analysis here. 🔗 https://sacoss.org.au/sacoss-full-budget-analysis-welcomes-government-investment-in-housing/

11/06/2026

📢 Expressions of interest are now open for our new Lived Experience Advisory Group (LEAG) for adults who have experienced domestic, family and sexual violence.

Following the Royal Commission's recommendations, the South Australian Government is establishing the LEAG to ensure people with lived experience have a direct voice in government decision-making — helping shape the policies, programs and services that matter most.

✅ Members will meet 4 times a year
✅ Remuneration provided for your time
✅ Individual therapeutic and cultural supports available

To apply, you'll first need to be a member of the Lived Experience Advisory Network (LEAN). Not a member yet? Register your interest through Embolden, then apply for the LEAG.

🗓️ Expressions of interest close Wednesday 17 June 2026 at 5:00 pm

For more information, visit the DHS website 👇

Understand the role of the Office for the Prevention of Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence, and how it supports safer communities.

11/06/2026

It's Pride Month and this year's theme is Connected in Colour. 🌈

Every colour in the rainbow carries a story — and some of those stories take courage to carry.

Discrimination and stigma take a real toll on LGBTQIA+ mental health. This Pride Month, MHCSA stands in solidarity with every person who has ever had to fight to feel safe, seen, and supported.

You belong here. Your mental health matters here. 💜

10/06/2026

🌟 BPD Awareness Week Grants – Last Chance to Apply!
Grants close THIS FRIDAY — get your application in before 5pm, 12 June 2026! If you’ve been thinking about applying for a BPD Awareness Week Grant, time is almost up.

The Mental Health Coalition of SA (MHCSA) and BPD Co are offering grants of $500–$2,000 to support events and activities during BPD Awareness Week (1–7 October 2026) in South Australia.

From art exhibitions and film nights to morning teas, workshops, and live performances — if it raises awareness and brings people together, we want to hear from you. Submit your application before 5pm this Friday!

This grants program is made possible with the generous support of BPD Co.
📅 Applications close 5pm, Friday 12 June 2026
🔗 Apply at mhcsa.org.au/funding-opportunities/
📧 Questions? [email protected]

04/06/2026

Today's State Budget delivered nothing for the 19,000 South Australians with severe mental illness still waiting for community-based mental health support.
Three years.
Three reports.
Still waiting.

Read our full response 👇

The Mental Health Coalition of South Australia (MHCSA) says today's State Budget has delivered nothing for the 19,000 South Australians with severe mental illness who continue to go without the community-based mental health support they need to avoid a hospital crisis. Three years have passed since....

01/06/2026

Youth Inc. is hosting the Festival of the Unexpected – an immersive, youth-built event showcasing hands-on learning and wellbeing for young people aged 17-24.

Free to attend and open to the sector.

📅 Wednesday 17 June

📍 Youth Inc. City Campus, 200 Pulteney Street, Adelaide ⁣

⏰ 3-7pm (drop in)

Interested? Book below 👇

See how Youth Inc. empowers young people through hands-on learning, creativity, and real-world skill-building in this one-day transformation of our city campus.

28/05/2026

Last night the MHCSA Board met wtih our new Minsiter for Health and Wellbeing Blair Boyer.

It was great to give him an understanding of psychosocial supports and what it means for an effective mental health system.

We're looking forward to working with him moving forward.

27/05/2026

🟡🔴⚫ This National Reconciliation Week, we're All In.

Today is the beginning of Reconciliation Week. We here at the Mental Health Coalition of South Australia believe when First Nations peoples are truly heard and supported with culturally safe care, communities heal — all of us are better for it.

But First Nations peoples have carried this weight for far too long. Reconciliation is everyone's responsibility. That means showing up — not just this week, but every day.

This week, we ask: how will you be All In? 🙏

26/05/2026

🌟 BPD Awareness Week Grants – Deadline Extended!

Haven’t applied yet? You’ve got more time! We’ve extended the application deadline for the BPD Awareness Week Grants – so if you’ve been thinking about it, now’s your chance.

The Mental Health Coalition of SA (MHCSA) and BPD Co are offering grants of $500–$2,000 to support events and activities during BPD Awareness Week (1–7 October 2026) in South Australia.

From art exhibitions and film nights to morning teas, workshops, and live performances — if it raises awareness and brings people together, we want to hear from you. Don’t miss out!

This grants program is made possible with the generous support of BPD Co.

📅 Applications close 5pm, Friday 12 June 2026
🔗 Apply at mhcsa.org.au/funding-opportunities/
📧 Questions? [email protected]