06/06/2026
June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, an important reminder that behind every statistic is a father, son, brother, friend, colleague, or client who may be struggling in silence.
Over many years we have partnered with mental health advocate and leader in men's mental health, David Westgate, to help improve our understanding of mental health generally, running mental health first aid training, and opening doors to how men require different support.
Last year we heard from former AFL footballer and mental health advocate Tom Boyd, who shared his personal journey through the highs of elite sport and the challenges of severe insomnia, depression, and anxiety that led him to step away from the game at just 22 years old. Tom now partners with organisations to support mental health awareness, build resilience, and strengthen leadership and high-performance capabilities.
As a sponsor of WiBF, we also acknowledge Tim Hewson, whose vision and passion helped bring the Mental Health Champion Award to life, for which our CMO, Amanda Lee, was the inaugural winner. Tim is the Founder of the award-winning Mongrels Men Health & Wellbeing mental health charity and 'His Story' - Australia’s only live and regular male storytelling event.
Through our long-standing involvement with the Black Dog Institute, Vinnies CEO Sleepout, Stride Mental Health, and Movember, we continue supporting efforts that raise awareness, drive funding, and strengthen conversations around mental health, homelessness, and su***de prevention across Australia.
By continuing these conversations and supporting meaningful initiatives, we can help more people feel comfortable seeking support and remind those experiencing challenges that help is available.
If you or someone you know needs help, please call:
MENSLINE AUSTRALIA - 1300 78 99 78
Emergency - 000
Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14
Griefline - 1300 845 745
Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636
Su***de Call Back Service - 1300 659 467
StandBy Support After Su***de - 1300 727 247
Dog Institute Black Dog Institute .au