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About Mental Health Week
Mental Health Week (MHW) in Tasmania is part of a national mental health promotion campaign.
Held in October each year, it incorporates World Mental Health Day, which is held globally on 10 October.
The purpose of this awareness week is to engage communities in activities that promote mental health and wellbeing and also increase understanding and reduce stigma about mental illness, and how it impacts on the lives of people in our community.
Theme
In 2025, the theme for Mental Health Week is “Appreciate the little things”.
Sharing a smile with a stranger, spending time in the garden, hearing your favourite song on the radio…
What are the things that give you a glimmer of calm and peace on a busy day? The small moments that wouldn’t make the news, but make you feel good?
This Mental Health Week, take a minute to appreciate the little things.
Colour
Orange is the official colour for Mental Health Week in Tasmania, chosen because it’s warm, and inviting, and has a positive and uplifting influence.
Decorate your space with orange décor, dress up in orange clothes and accessories, or eat some orange treats to raise awareness!
