MHDA Newsletter - December 2025

LATEST EVENTS

They were invited to share messages of gratitude on the Appreciation Wall, offering words of encouragement and thanks to peer workers who give so much of themselves to support others. a networking lunch and concluded with the virtual launch of the NSW Peer Workforce Framework Elevating Lived Experience Expertise: A Framework for the NSW Health Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Peer (Lived Experience) Workforce The celebration concluded with

MHDA services proudly joined the international community in marking Global Peer Support Celebration Day 16 October - a day dedicated to recognising the extraordinary contributions of our consumer and carer peer workforce. This event is a reminder of the value of lived experience and the transformative impact peer workers have in supporting recovery, fostering hope and walking alongside others with empathy, authenticity and resilience. The afternoon program featured inspiring presentations from carer and consumer peer workers, showcasing their incredible work, insights and contributions. The attendees participated in the Celebrate a Mate initiative which recognises and celebrates the wonderful work peer workers do every day.

L-R Mick Lear, Adam Hraiki, Simon Cleary, Chris Curry, Daniel Pope, Michelle Meadham

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