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December 10, 2024

Developing VTMH’s group facilitation skills

The VTMH team undertook a two day training workshop in August 2024, with Group Works Center. The workshop was focused on group facilitation skills. This training was to strengthen and build on facilitation skills and practice for VTMH staff. As a statewide training organisation VTMH has a remit to bring professionals together for group learning… Read more »

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December 10, 2024

VTMH Rural and Regional Approach Initiative

VTMH continues to test and adapt interventions based on the rural and regional mental health services stakeholder feedback, helping us address the challenges facing mental health services in rural and regional Victoria. In 2024, we held three Foundations of Cultural Responsiveness (FOCR) workshops at Goulburn Valley Mental Health Service, Bendigo Health and Ballarat Mental Health… Read more »

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December 10, 2024

Reflecting on the Daryl Oehm Oration 2024

The Daryl Oehm Oration, which is held every two years, took place this year on Wednesday, 30 October 2024, at the elegant St Andrews Conservatory in Fitzroy. The event brought together stakeholders for an evening of networking and reflection, complemented by thought-provoking keynote addresses and cultural performances. The evening featured a keynote address by Emily… Read more »

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December 10, 2024

Reflections of my time at VTMH – By Psychiatry Registrar Sangita Raj

This year at VTMH has been an incredibly meaningful chapter in my journey as a registrar—a role I’ve always dreamed of doing. From the moment I joined, I felt welcomed by a team whose kindness, support and inclusivity made me feel valued not just professionally but personally. This experience has also been personal for me,… Read more »