Building Stronger Communities

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Building Stronger Communities Together is a community-focused education initiative designed to bring local businesses together to learn, connect, and strengthen support for

community services in your region.

 

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What Businesses Will Learn

 

Understanding Community Support

Local businesses will gain insight into the services available through community organisations, helping them understand:

• How and when people may seek support

• Where to refer customers, staff, or community members when concerns arise

• How businesses can be part of a stronger local support network

 

Mental Health & Psychosocial Awareness

Delivered by OMAW, this interactive session introduces:

• Core Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) principles

• Common psychosocial hazards in small and local businesses

• How these risks affect mental health when left unaddressed

• Why early awareness and people-first responses protect both people and businesses

The focus is practical, relatable, and relevant to everyday business life — not clinical or compliance-heavy.

 

Who Should Attend

This session is ideal for:

• Small and medium business owners

• Managers and supervisors

• HR, WHS, and People & Culture roles

• Family-run and community-based businesses

No previous mental health training is required.

 

A Simple Way to Give Back

Building Stronger Communities Together can also operate as a fundraising event, with businesses invited to make a donation to attend.

 

This allows local businesses to:

• Invest in their own learning

• Support vital community services

• Strengthen their reputation as a values-led, people-first workplace

 

Why Local Businesses Get Involved

By attending, businesses will:

• Build confidence having early, supportive conversations

• Better recognise psychosocial risks in everyday work environments

• Understand local support pathways for staff and customers

• Strengthen their connection to the local community

• Contribute to healthier, safer workplaces and communities

 

Join Other Local Businesses Making a Difference

Get in touch to register your interest, host a session, or find out about upcoming local events.