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Stories of Activate Mental Health
Explore insights from this amazing community
The amazing stories behind Activate Mental Health
Everyone in our community has a fascinating story, and this blog highlights what makes our group truly special. Dive into some of the posts below to explore these incredible narratives.
An Engineer’s Path to Happiness Through Community
On this International Day of Happiness, I want to reach out to anyone who feels ‘in between’ whether that’s between countries, careers, emotions, or different stages of life.
shabnaz ahmed
Mar 203 min read
New Blog Director, Same Community Focus
As Blog Director, as a silent book club co-host, as another person with lived experience of mental health I would love to hear your stories.
Eva C
Feb 243 min read
Activate Mental Health: Our 2025 Impact and the Path Ahead
Our 2025 Impact Survey shows Activate Mental Health is strengthening wellbeing, reducing isolation, and building real community across Perth.
AMH Volunteer Team
Feb 173 min read
10 Reasons to Join Activate Mental Health
Activate Mental Health is a joyful, inclusive, volunteer-powered community where people connect, grow, and support their wellbeing through fun, creative, and welcoming events.
AMH Volunteer Team
Feb 166 min read
Get Ready to Lace Up for a Cause: Join Us for the 2026 HBF Run for a Reason! 🚶♂️🏃♂️🎗️
Activate Mental Health is off and running as we gear up for the 2026 HBF Run for a Reason, and we want YOU to join the journey.
AMH Volunteer Team
Jan 282 min read
Finding Friendship and Joy - Debbie’s Story with Activate Mental Health
Debbie’s story celebrates how Activate Mental Health helped her rediscover joy, connection, and belonging through inclusive events and meaningful friendships.
AMH Volunteer Team
Jan 192 min read
Refreshing Our Board Games Night Thanks to Victoria Park Rotary
Victoria Park Rotary’s $500 donation has refreshed Activate Mental Health’s cherished Board Games Night with new titles.
AMH Volunteer Team
Jan 122 min read
We’re Looking for a Non-Executive Director with Fundraising expertise, And You Might Be the Missing Piece
Activate Mental Health is growing as a vibrant, connection‑driven community and seeking a visionary Director of Fundraising to help shape its next chapter.
AMH Volunteer Team
Jan 43 min read
5 Powerful Reasons to Join Activate Mental Health in 2026 for Better Well-Being
Activate Mental Health invites you to make 2026 the year you thrive by prioritising wellbeing through community, connection, and uplifting activities.
AMH Volunteer Team
Dec 26, 20253 min read
Turning Containers Into Connection: A New Way to Support Activate
Activate Mental Health is now registered with Containers for Change, making it easy for supporters to donate their refunds using scheme ID C11679851.
AMH Volunteer Team
Dec 22, 20251 min read
Meet Akshay: Volunteer, Counsellor, and Community Builder
Akshay’s story highlights his journey from engineering to counselling, and how volunteering with Activate Mental Health fuels his passions, professional growth, and community connection.
AMH Volunteer Team
Dec 19, 20253 min read
Statistics, Stories, and Surprises: Our 2025 in Review
Activate Mental Health’s 2025 blog celebrates its charity milestone, community growth, and volunteer-powered impact across 359 events.
AMH Volunteer Team
Dec 12, 20256 min read
Every Contribution Matters: A Drumming Celebration for Our Incredible Volunteers
Activate Mental Health celebrated International Volunteer Day with drumming, pizza, and heartfelt appreciation for its incredible volunteers.
AMH Volunteer Team
Dec 7, 20254 min read
Christmas with Activate Mental Health (Including a Christmas Day Picnic)
Activate Mental Health is hosting four free Christmas events, ending with a community picnic.
AMH Volunteer Team
Nov 29, 20253 min read
Designing Connection: How Justin Shaped Volunteer Inductions at Activate Mental Health
From building AMH’s volunteer induction system to founding MenTALL, Justin Lewis has left a lasting impact.
AMH Volunteer Team
Nov 26, 20253 min read
Sponsor Spotlight - ABS Institute of Management
By supporting Activate Mental Health, ABS Institute blends business mentoring with community-driven mental well-being.
AMH Volunteer Team
Nov 20, 20252 min read
What Makes Activate Mental Health So Special?
Our founder highlights why Activate Mental Health’s diverse, volunteer‑led community is truly special.
Rahul Seth
Nov 13, 20255 min read
Why I chose to help Activate Mental Health all the way from France
From Perth to Paris, discover how one volunteer’s journey proves that mental health support knows no borders.
AMH Volunteer Team
Nov 3, 20252 min read
Cupcakes, Chaos, and Creepy Costumes: Activate’s Spooktacular Night of Connection
Join us for a spooky-sweet recap of Activate Mental Health’s Halloween board games night, as told by guest host Sofia.
AMH Volunteer Team
Oct 30, 20254 min read
Celebrating Community: Activate Mental Health at the Alike WA Gala
Activate Mental Health proudly joined the 2025 Brighter Together Gala, celebrating peer support and community impact across WA.
AMH Volunteer Team
Oct 27, 20252 min read
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