• Nominations are currently closed for the 2025 awards

     

    Reopened between April & July

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    Do you know someone who has made a significant contribution to reducing the stigma associated with mental illness, or has worked tirelessly to support people living with mental illness? 

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    2024 Queensland Mental Health Awards Winners

  • See our previous winners

    Take a look at a gallery of some of the many inspiring winners over the years, from mental health advocates and service providers to community groups and individuals who have made significant contributions to the mental health sector.

    • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Award

      Sponsored by Richmond Fellowship Queensland 
      Yarns Heal

      A statewide suicide prevention program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, particularly those identifying as LGBTQIA+ Sistergirl and Brotherboy. Yarns Heal offers culturally safe suicide prevention training, group support, and aftercare for families affected by suicide, ensuring culturally sensitive mental health interventions.

    • Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Award

      Sponsored by Queensland Mental Health Commission
      Queensland Transcultural Mental Health Centre

      A statewide specialist service delivering culturally responsive mental health care for CALD communities, offering prevention, promotion, and early intervention programs alongside clinical care. Their bicultural workforce strengthens trust and integration for CALD individuals.

    • Early Years Award

      Sponsored by Health and Wellbeing Queensland
      Zero to Four Family Support Service

      This service recruits and trains volunteers to support families with young children, focusing on mental health, early childhood development, and preventing re-entry into the child protection system. Through playgroups and mentoring, the program improves parenting confidence and child wellbeing.