Making a Connection with Ngak Min Health 

Ngak Min Health showcases its unique approach to Indigenous youth mental health.
In September, Ngak Min Health hosted its second Connection Event at Djarragun College in Gordonvale to celebrate World Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Day. A range of mental health service providers gathered to learn about the unique services Ngak Min Health offers to Indigenous youth.
A concerning 31 per cent of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experience very high levels of psychological distress. Boarding students are particularly at risk as they grapple with the challenges of learning away from home. In the past 18 months, Ngak Min has introduced several new social and emotional wellbeing spaces that have catered to over 200 Djarragun College students, significantly enhancing their SEWB program.