A statement from SHARC on the Entities Bill
In 2021, the Royal Commission into Victoria’s mental health system set a clear vision for mental health reform grounded in lived experience, accountability and independent oversight. The changes now proposed by the Labor government risk undoing that progress. SHARC, along more than a dozen organisations including Mind Australia, VMIAC, Tandem, the Health and Community Services Union, […]
Celebrating the first cohort of the Learning Collaborative (TLC) graduates
The Learning Collaborative (TLC) is Australia’s first dedicated program supporting the Lived and Living Experience Workforce (LLEW) in AOD and mental health services. This round, 11 organisations completed the program: Anglicare Victoria Ballarat Community Health Bayside Health Alfred Better Health Network Latrobe Regional Health Mind Odyssey Victoria St Vincents Hospital (Melbourne) The Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission Wellways Youth […]
A statement from SHARC about the Victorian government’s apology to First Nations people
SHARC stands in support of today’s apology to First Nations people. We recognise the profound harm inflicted on First Nations people by the state and colony – both historic and ongoing – and welcome this step towards justice. This moment is a testament to the strength, resilience, and activism of First Nations people, whose voices […]
A statement from SHARC about the Silver Review
SHARC has serious concerns about the implications of the Silver Review and its associated reforms on the inclusion of lived experience leadership within Victoria’s mental health and wellbeing system. Released last Thursday, the Review proposes cuts to Victoria’s public service, including a tranche of money-saving measures related to mental health. The Royal Commission into Victoria’s […]
The Regina Brindle Grant Program is now open!
SHARC is supporting consumer-led projects, with grants of up to $5000 for people with lived and living experience of alcohol, drug, gambling, or mental health challenges, with family members and supporters also welcome to apply. This grant honours Regina Brindle’s work in promoting consumer voices and supports projects that reduce stigma, foster community and uphold […]
New resource launched: Stigma posters
New resource launched: Stigma posters We’ve collaborated with the Alcohol and Drug Foundation on a new series of downloadable posters to encourage the use of inclusive and person-centred language to reduce the impact of stigma for people who use AOD. The fact is that alcohol and other drug dependence are some of the most stigmatised […]
SHARC Out & About — Midsumma Carnival 2025
SHARC Out & About — Midsumma Carnival 2025 On Sunday, 19 January 2025, SHARC participated in the Midsumma Carnival at the Alexandra Gardens in Melbourne. We had a terrific response to our presence with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, who could hear and learn all about SHARC. We networked with other service providers, provided information […]
3SOC performs for the VGCCC during GHAW 2024
3SOC performs for the VGCCC during GHAW 2024 On 19 Dec, Three Sides of the Coin (3SOC) performed “Happily Ever After” for the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) during Gambling Harm Awareness Week 2024. This week centres on raising awareness about gambling harm and how it affects individuals, families and communities. This year’s […]
New: SHARC Annual Report 23/24
Annual Report 2024 View online New: SHARC’s Annual Report 23/24 SHARC’s Annual Report 23/24 is now available online! This year, our theme, the Fibonacci Sequence, guided all contributors and team members. We are sincerely thankful to everyone who contributed to this year’s annual report, which showcases SHARC’s leaps forward. Please click the above button to […]
SHARC commended in Federal Parliament
SHARC commended in Federal Parliament On November 5th, 2024, our local Federal Member for Higgins, Dr Michelle Ananda-Rajah, spoke in parliament in Canberra and commended SHARC. Dr Michelle is on the committee for the National Inquiry into the Health Impacts of Alcohol and Other Drugs. She is an award-winning researcher, co-founded Healthcare Workers Australia, and […]