Vision Statement
Breaking down barriers and building up lives.
Mission Statement
We exist to provide support, resources, and a safe space that promotes mental health awareness, resilience, and emotional well-being to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives and contribute positively to society.
Goal
To promote social wellness and stability in the lives of men and families within our community.
Who is Walk ‘n’ Talk Collective?
Two born and breed locals, who met working as tilers, soon discovered a common bond and passion for helping others, who like them, have suffered with mental health issues.
Combined with their experience working within the child protection space, both Jordan Meehan and Chris Bennett understand the need for more awareness and positive action to help with the mental and emotional well- being of adults, children and families in the community, especially among men.
Their motivation to start Walk ‘n’ Talk Collective, as a community based charity, was birthed through their desire to help break down the barriers of stigma and shame, and to build up the lives of those affected by mental and emotional struggles. With their proven ability of establishing rapport and relationships, Jordan and Chris believe there must be a connection before the direction will change.
Through community engagement and education, Walk ‘n’ Talk Collective will connect with people.
Values of Walk ‘n’ Talk Collective
Jordan and Chris founded Walk ‘n’ Talk on these 9 essential values for change.
Empathy
Demonstrating empathy and understanding towards individuals and families facing mental health challenges or child protection issues.
Compassion
Showing care and compassion for those in need, fostering a supportive and non- judgmental environment.
Education
Providing education and information to empower individuals and families to make informed decisions about their mental health and child protection.
Dedication
Commit to the cause, dedicating time, resources, and expertise to improve mental health and child protection services.
Inclusivity
Ensuring that services are accessible and inclusive, regardless of gender, age, race, or socioeconomic status.
Collaboration
Collaborating with other organisations, agencies, and community partners to provide holistic support.
Advocacy
Advocating for policy changes and public awareness to improve mental health and increased safety measures for children.
Transparency
Being open and transparent in financial matters and service delivery, building trust with donors and beneficiaries.
Resilience
Building resilience within the community so people have the skills needed to cope with challenges in their everyday life.
Walk ‘n’ Talk Information
Our Team – Qualifications
Jordan Meehan
Mental Health facilitator, Families & Youth Safety Practitioner
Chris Bennett
Mental Health Facilitator, Families & Youth Safety Practitioner
Walk ‘n’ Talk Men’s Movement
A community based initiative designed to break down social stigma associated with mental health. Reduce isolation and educate and create awareness around social stereotypes and common mental health issues that affect the men and families within our community.
Talk ‘n’ Support
Support based initiative focused on providing support in both NDIS and Child Protection Spaces. Providing a variety of different services and programming designed around engagement to illicit more consistent outcomes.
Services Offered
Walk ‘n’ Talk
Peer group support
Community access and outreach
Resilience training and workshops
Corporate/workplace mental health checkins
Community events
Talk ‘n’ Support
Individual placement support
Community outreach
Mentoring and linking with education and supports
Psychosocial recovery coaching
Peer support
Intensive family support
Group sessions and supports
School holiday programs
Support Phone Numbers
Phone
0477 172 281
enquiry@walkntalkcollective.org.au
Post
PO Box 3123, Red Hill, Rockhampton QLD, 4701
@walk ‘n’ talk
