Dandenong’s Oromia community will receive more support to improve mental health.
Advocacy for Oromia Association in Victoria, Australia, will receive a $70,000 Mental Health CALD grant for its mental health education program.
Dandenong MP Gabrielle Williams announced the cash on Thursday 12 October, during Mental Health Week.
The community-led project will deliver training, information sessions and a community forum to start conversations about mental health issues and prevention.
The group will communicate through video, radio and brochures tailored to different audiences within the Oromia community, who are refugees from Ethiopia.
Ms Williams said many Greater Dandenong residents were new arrivals who’d had devastating experiences in their countries of origin.
“We must ensure they have access to the mental health services they need and deserve,” he said.
“This funding will encourage conversations about the importance of positive mental health and facilitate greater engagement in our vibrant community.”
