From Surviving to Thriving: Empowering Communities, Thriving Workforces

Rise will host "from Surviving to thriving" a community event to celebrate Mental Health Week 2025, and this year’s theme, “ Empowering Communities, Thriving Workforces,” focuses on connection, inclusion, and wellbeing. Our event will be a free, community-focused celebration designed to inspire, empower, and connect individuals across diverse backgrounds.

Held in the heart of Midland, this event will bring together a vibrant mix of mental health professionals, community organisations, service providers, and individuals with lived experience to highlight the strength and resilience of our community. Through a combination of storytelling, interactive stalls, and wellness activities, the event will promote the 2025 Mental Health Week theme: “Empowering Communities, Thriving Workforces.”

From Fear to Freedom Therapy Dogs – Providing comfort, joy, and a chance to pat a friendly therapy dog. Cheeky Booth Photography – Fun photo booth sessions with props, plus a keepsake photo to take home. City of Swan – Blender Bike – Pedal your way to a delicious smoothie! Dressed for Success – Information and resources to empower women with work-appropriate attire, job mentoring, and career workshops. Headspace Midland – Beading activity. PCYC Midland – Creative art activity. Bizlink Midland – Activity pending. North Metropolitan TAFE – Relax with neck, back, shoulder, arm, and hand massages. Rise Rivers Peer Advisory Group – Activity pending. Best Lives (formerly Essential Personnel Midland) – Self-care jars. Live DJ – Music throughout the event.

This is a public event open to the whole community.