Support for mob

First Nations Australians are three times more likely to report experiencing hate speech. 

Here are some free resources for mob to stay safe online.

 

13YARN

24-hour national crisis support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Call 13 92 76 or visit www.13yarn.org.au.

Djirra

Victorian-based services and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. Call 1800 105 303 or find your closest in-person location at djirra.org.au.

WellMob

Online trove of resources to help support the social, emotional and cultural wellbeing of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. Visit wellmob.org.au

Yarning Safe N Strong

Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS) have established a free and confidential counselling service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Call 1800 959 563, email [email protected] or visit www.vahs.org.au/yarning-safenstrong. 

MayaCares

Online wellbeing platform and chatbot to report and heal from racism. Visit mayacares.thecco.com.au

iBobbly

A free social and emotional wellbeing self-help app for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples aged 15 years and over, shaped by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members. Read more and download at: www.blackdoginstitute.org.au.

eSafety Commissioner

In April, the Albanese Government through the eSafety Commissioner released new resources designed to help mob protect themselves online and build strong digital literacy skills.

Lifeline

24-hour confidential crisis support for people who are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping or staying safe. Call 13 11 14 or visit www.lifeline.org.au.

Beyond Blue

24-hour mental health support for Australians facing anxiety, depression and suicide. Call 1300 224 636 or visit www.beyondblue.org.au for helpful resources, webchat counselling or peer support community. First Nations specific support is also available here.

1800 Respect 

24-hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line. Call 1800 737 732 or visit www.1800respect.org.au.

Suicide Call Back

Free 24/7 counselling for suicide prevention & mental health via telephone, online & video for anyone affected by suicidal thoughts. Call 1300 659 467 or visit www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au.

MensLine

Free 24/7 telephone and online counselling service for men with concerns about mental health, anger management, family violence. Call 1300 78 99 78 or visit mensline.org.au.

QLife

Anonymous LGBTIQ+ peer support and counselling. Call 1800 184 527 or visit www.beyondblue.org.au for resources, referral guides, and to access the webchat.