Satellite Connect is a safe space for young people 18-25 to share their stories in a supportive and positive environment. It may be offered as a 6-week online program or in person over four evening workshops and concludes with a FREE weekend retreat.
During the program, participants will get to meet other young people who have a family member living with mental health challenges, and interact, collaborate, and create lasting connections with others who truly get it.
But these are more than just support groups for young carers and young people that live with family members who experience mental health challenges. You don’t even have to identify as a ‘young carer’ to join this program.
Satellite Connect helps young people build confidence, learn new skills, and create lasting friendships and pathways to other learning opportunities.
Participants have a Zoom ‘meet and greet’ followed by meetings once a week for six weeks via Zoom or in person workshop, covering the following topic areas.
Introduction and connection with facilitators and peers.
An understanding of (and practical tools for) self-care and compassion.
Exploring alternative communication methods for connection.
The way in which shared stories can illuminate, connect and empower.
Exploring experiences of mental health, mental illness, language and stigma.
Next steps for participants to learn, grow and practice their new skills.
There is an extensive range of resources included to support these learnings.
On completion of the program all participants are invited to attend a FREE weekend retreat in Victoria, for further connection, gentle nourishing activities and time to reflect.
All Satellite Connect participants are also invited to participate in FREE, accredited Mental Health First Aid Training with online and in-person delivery options available.
Take a look at our What’s On section to see when the next Satellite Connect program will be happening!
If you are new to Satellite, head on over to our Expression of Interest form to get started.
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