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| Dear members of the Lived Experience Network, | | We are thrilled to share our very first LEN Connect! These communications will aim to keep you informed by sharing important resources, research and research opportunities. We hope to highlight any upcoming events, workshops or seminars that might be relevant, providing opportunities for LEN members to connect. | | There has been a tremendous response to our initial call out to join the network, and we now have over 135 members. Liz and I continue to look for further funding and event opportunities to support the ongoing development of LEN and are committed to developing the network further. | | We hope you enjoy LEN Connect! Please share any useful resources, event highlights, research participation, or reflections on publications with us for our next edition (bimonthly at this stage). We're also open to stories you think would interest members. We value your contributions as a way of building connections with one another. | | | | Warm regards | | Liz and Vicky |
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| Volunteer for a research project | | Researchers from the University of Melbourne are looking for a diverse group of young people (aged between 16 and 24 years) to participate in 2x two-hour co-design workshops on Zoom or in-person to collaboratively explore how preventative mental health research and policy should be designed for young people! For more information or any questions, please contact codesign-prevention@unimelb.edu.au | | Please fill in this expression of interest form or use the QR code below if you wish to participate. |
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| Lived experience PhD candidate opportunity | | We are currently looking for a PhD candidate in peer / lived experience research to lead components of a project funded by the Medical Research Futures Fund and industry partner the Brisbane North Primary Health Network. | | Using qualitative and survey methods, you'll investigate how psychosocial and lifestyle behaviours influence recovery of people with enduring mental health conditions. This project is with the Translational Mental Health and Codesign Research group, within Griffith University’s Centre for Mental Health. | | Candidates may be eligible for a 2024 Griffith University Postgraduate Research Scholarship which has an annual stipend of $33,480 (indexed) for a period of up to three years of full-time study. For further information on the eligibility requirements for the program refer here. | | Further information: For project related enquiries please contact: | | Dr Victoria Stewart | | Phone: (07) 3735 8039 | | Email: v.stewart@griffith.edu.au |
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| Of particular interest: Sun 26 May, 1 – 2pm | | Tim Heffernan: Lived Experience Leadership and Peer Work in Mental Health and Suicide Prevention | | Lived Experience (LE) Leadership is the essential ingredient in both mental health and suicide prevention, and peer work is arguably our most important workforce. LE leaders and the peer workforce can work together to achieve these common goals. By the end of the presentation, attendees will be able to (1) Understand LE leadership in Mental Health and Suicide Prevention (2) Understand the importance of peer work in Mental Health and Suicide Prevention (3) Explain optimal conditions for LE leadership and Peer Work to thrive and to partner to promote well-being, autonomy and human rights. The session will conclude with a short Q&A with Tim Heffernan. | | The 2024 Suicide Prevention Summit will be delivering 15 free presentations via live webinar sessions during May 24-26, 2024. Sessions will also be available on-demand (i.e., you can watch recordings) until July 21. | | You can register for free: Suicide Prevention Summit |
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| 2024 Equally Well Lived Experience Forum | | Mon 27 - Tues 28 May, 2024 | | RMIT, Melbourne VIC 3000 | | Lived Experience experts will lead the conversation in a forum open to clinicians, researchers, advocates, educators, service providers, policy makers and anyone keen to share strategies and case studies. The program for the Forum will be structured to promote and encourage discussion from the floor. There will also be a series of workshops designed to generate further discussion. Unfortunately, this will be difficult to capture and participate virtually. Registrations are only available for in-person participation. | | The 2024 Equally Well Forum is an in-person-only event. |
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| Research Incubator | | Tues 28 - Thurs 30 May | | FREE | | The Research Incubator is an interactive online event exploring sustainability perspectives on caring. The event will apply the concepts of social, economic and environmental sustainability to the fields of carer-related policy, research and practice. | | Delivered in a series of two-hour online sessions over three days, the annual Carer Knowledge Exchange Research Incubator aims to foster collaboration and advancement in Australian carer-related research. | | Designed for a broad audience, evidence presented will include research findings, evidence-based practice, and the lived experience of caring. | | The Research Incubator will enable participants to share their own ideas, expertise and experiences on the topics of carer recognition, wellbeing and financial security. | | Find out more and register here. Find out more and register here. |
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| Round 5 Peer Work Scholarships: Now Open | | QAMH has just launched Round 5 of the Mental Health Peer Work Scholarships. These scholarships are available to residents across Queensland. This is an exciting opportunity for people with a lived experience of mental health challenges and /or suicidality as a consumer or carer. Applicants can either be currently employed in a peer worker role or wish to seek employment in a peer worker role. | | Scholarships include: | - Payment of up to $4000 towards the Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work
- Payment of up to $1000 to support attendance and study material
- Mentoring support throughout your study journey
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| To watch a short video overview of the Scholarships Program, learn more about eligibility or to apply click here |
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| The Alive National Centre for Mental Health Translation is excited to present an i-LEARN One Day Short Course Complexity in Interviewing as Mental Health Lived-Experience Researchers on Friday, 19th July 2024, 10AM – 4PM (AEST). This course has been created by, for and with people with lived-experience across mental health, suicide, social and emotional wellbeing and intersecting fields and experiences of trauma, abuse and violence who conduct interviewing for research activities. | | Please note that the course is offered in a hybrid delivery mode, ensuring flexibility in learning options. Due to limited capacity, preference will be given to members of the ALIVE National networks. | | Secure your spot today here: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/s6v8 |
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| Citizen Researcher - short course | | Co-designed by the citizen researchers at Inclusive Futures, this free course is designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills to become active participants in the research process and contribute their unique perspectives as citizen researchers. By leveraging your personal experiences and expertise, you can work alongside researchers to shape the direction of research and drive positive change in areas that matter to you. | | To get started, click on the link and complete the quick enrolment: Citizen Researcher Essentials - Short course | | |
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| Want to learn more about co-design and co-production? | | CMHDARN has partnered with a number of organisations and individuals to co-design resources to support meaningful co-designed and co-produced research. It aims to provide those with lived experience and researchers to become familiar with, and get started on research that uses co-design/production principles and practices. | | These free resources can be found on their website: Co-design kickstarter and Co-production kickstarter |
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| YOU are invited to contribute to the LEN Connect. Please share your insights, reflections, and resources with us to shape the network as we work to increase impact and drive positive change. | | Please send all submissions to: LEN-GCMH@griffith.edu.au |
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