Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue is an Australian mental health and wellbeing support organisation. They provide support programs to address issues related to depression, suicide, anxiety disorders and other related mental illnesses.
| Formation | 2000 |
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| Type | Non-governmental organisation |
| Legal status | Registered with the Australian charity regulator |
| Purpose | To promote and improve mental health, and support those affected by anxiety, depression and suicide. |
| Headquarters | Melbourne CBD, Victoria, Australia |
Region served | Australia |
Chair | Julia Gillard |
Deputy | Kate Carnell |
CEO | Georgie Harman |
| Website | beyondblue |
The organisation works in partnership with governments, local health services, educational institutions, workplaces, media and community organisations, as well as the general community to raise community awareness about anxiety and depression and reduce the associated stigma. Beyond Blue was founded in 2000 by former premier of Victoria, Jeff Kennett. It is currently chaired by Julia Gillard, former prime minister of Australia. Gillard is supported by CEO Georgie Harman, and Deputy Chair Kate Carnell.
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