Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt has announced $210,000 of funding to support a trial of the Healthy Minds program in 10 government schools in 2019.

https://www.greghunt.com.au/healthy-minds-program-to-support-young-australians/

This announcement reflects an investment in preventive mental health strategy during the higher-risk phase of adolescence.

The Healthy Minds program is a leading prevention and psychological skills training program, which involves eight weekly presentations to Year 8 students plus classroom lessons, as well as parent and teacher training.

Government high schools around Australia can register their interest by email to: hello@healthymindsprogram.com

A more formal application process will follow in late November or early December.