Stepping Out of the Shadows (SOS)

'Stepping Out of the Shadows' is a program that aims to reduce stigma about mental health and mental illness in multicultural communities to improve the emotional well-being of all. It uses a community trainer manual in 17 different languages and runs workshops for participants.

For more information about implementation in various jurisdictions, click on the relevant links below:

SOS Queensland, click here.

http://www.health.qld.gov.au/metrosouthmentalhealth/qtmhc/docs/soots_rep_pt1.pdf

SOS in Western Australia, click here.

http://www.mscwa.com.au/

SOS in Australian Capital Territory (now called the Cultural Conversations Program), click here.

http://www.mhccact.org.au/cms/index.php?page=CC