Social Impact & First Nations Suicide Prevention Services
Complex Social Issues Demand Innovation, & Creative Solutions.
Social Impact & First Nations Suicide Prevention Services
Complex Social Issues Demand Innovation, & Creative Solutions.
Shadow Black is a First Nations social impact agency specialising in suicide prevention literacy and cultural competency. With over 20 years of expertise in health and 12 years focused on remote suicide prevention, we tackle complex social challenges through bold innovation rooted in imaginative resilience.
Recently, I was engaged by the Asia Pacific Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (APATAP) to provide expert advice on the assessment and management of threats against marginalised groups. At the 2024 APATAP conference in Sydney, titled 'Bridging Bytes & Lives: AI & the Lived Experience in Threat Assessment,' I delivered a Keynote Masterclass on "Threat Management: Understanding, Protecting, and Navigating Violence Against First Nations LGBTIQA+SB People in Australia."
Key Tenets:
1. Innovative Social Transformation
2. Unyielding Integrity and Clarity
3. Endless Evolution
4. Imaginative Resilience
5. Actioned Cultural Respect
6. Community-Driven Power
With more than two decades of experience in health, including over 12 years devoted to suicide prevention—nine as an independent practitioner—I bring an innovative mindset that challenges convention. My approach doesn't dwell on problems; instead, with inventive thinking, it forges meaningful, transformative solutions to navigate and overcome the toughest social challenges.
A mobile phone application developed to test a reduction of stigma associated with depression and suicidal thoughts among the rural FIFO male workforce in Australia via its usage. The app offers discreet access to mental health resources, self-assessments, and support networks, encouraging early intervention without the fear of stigma.
The stigma associated with depression and suicidal thoughts among the rural fly-in-fly-out (FIFO) male workforce in Australia, leading to difficulties in accessing information, support services, and social connections related to mental wellbeing. This stigma often prevents men from seeking help when they need it most.
Offering an easily accessible, confidential platform designed specifically for FIFO men, the app provides tailored resources, self-assessment tools, and direct links to support services. It empowers users to seek help without fear of judgment, fostering an environment of understanding and support for mental well-being.
Well-being health services are often out of reach for men in the Northern Territory, especially those in remote or rural areas where access to healthcare is limited. This gap in service delivery exacerbates existing health inequalities, leaving many men without the support they need to address mental health, physical wellness, and preventive care.
To create an unobtrusive conversationalist mechanism to connect men with well-being services for men of the NT, the approach must be designed to foster trust and ease of use. This mechanism should seamlessly integrate into their daily lives, offering support without stigma or barriers, making it accessible even in the most remote communities where service access is typically limited.
The use of cards as an unobtrusive phrasing assists men in understanding the types of stresses and directing them to the appropriate services without forcing a conversation. Cards distributed in blue-collar environments can be discreetly pocketed or given to a mate and/or colleague, offering a low-pressure way to access support. This simple tool helps initiate crucial connections without feeling invasive.
Identification of factors that are likely to increase the risk of suicidal thoughts, attempts, and self-harm in First Nations LGBTIQA+SB communities. These factors often include social isolation, discrimination, cultural disconnection, and limited access to culturally appropriate mental health support.
The Safer Spaces program consists of a full-day in-person workshop that increases participants' knowledge and literacy of the needs of First Nations LGBTIQA+SB people to improve access to suicide prevention, health, and social services. The program also equips service providers with the tools to create more inclusive and supportive environments, fostering a stronger sense of community and belonging.
The Safer Spaces program provides organisations with essential training to better understand and address the unique challenges faced by First Nations LGBTIQA+SB individuals. By enhancing service delivery and fostering inclusive environments, it helps organizations create safer, more supportive spaces for vulnerable communities, ultimately improving access to critical health and social services.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQA+SB people continue to face discrimination, social exclusion, and limited access to culturally appropriate health services. This creates significant barriers to their mental, emotional, and physical well-being, preventing them from thriving and enjoying a high quality of life.
A national initiative focused on improving health outcomes for First Nations LGBTIQA+SB people through community engagement, partnerships, capacity strengthening, advocacy, representation, research, and policy development. This approach seeks to create systemic change by fostering inclusion and ensuring better access to essential services.
By engaging with this initiative, organizations and stakeholders can contribute to a movement that leverages social media to amplify the voices of First Nations LGBTIQA+SB people, fostering community acceptance and inclusion. Through online advocacy, awareness campaigns, and community-driven content, the initiative creates a powerful platform for change, ensuring that future generations thrive in a society where they are embraced, supported, and free from discrimination.
Contact Shadow Black | Mental Health & Cultural Competency Services
Complex social issues demand creative solutions. With over two decades in health and suicide prevention, I deliver impacting results.
In my work, progress is made one step at a time—no shortcuts, just deliberate effort. Confidence comes from within, marked by a quiet focus on achieving impactful outcomes w/ meaning. Driven by a deep curiosity & a creative desire for understanding.
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