A personal observation into the factors responsible for low access to mental health services delivery among African-Australians in the Bush Capital I write on the above topic based on a personal reflection for the period that I have lived in Canberra. It is my attempt to bring to the fore…

For the 39 years of life I have lived so far, my family has exhibited love and afforded me endless opportunities to thrive. I am the last of six children. And growing up, I had the best of everything, with my mother’s meagre salary. My mother took the bull by…

I work in mental health and have been in this field for the past 5+ years. During this period, I have come across people who have had varying impressions about mental health illnesses and those affected by the condition. I have had to make consistent efforts to dispel the negative…

My journey as a social work supervisor In July 2021, I interviewed a final year social work student for her social work placement with my team. This interview formed part of the requirement for the said student’s placement. During the interview, we talked about what motivated her to take to…

I commenced this year with trimming my front and backyard lawns. I am certain you began this new year with something special. I expect that you have penned down one or two targets for the year. I have made my objectives for the year and hoping to accomplish them, ruling…

Hearing the news of this unfortunate incident hit me to the core — my most profound and utmost condolence to the bereaved families. I pray for God’s grace for them at this exceedingly difficult period in their lives. My main goal for writing this piece is to share my views…