For Educators and Students
Mindframe supports universities, educators and students specialising in journalism and public relations studies to safely communicate about suicide and mental health concerns.
Training and resources provide journalism and public relations educators with tools to assist in introducing students to the professional and ethical issues involved in reporting or communicating about mental health concerns, mental health care and suicide.
Students have access to a range of Mindframe resources designed to support key learnings. The resources are in-line with the core curriculum, case studies will highlight how to safely and responsibly report and communicate on suicide and mental health concerns.
Media industry codes
Most media sectors have codes on the reporting and portrayal of suicide. While some also mention reporting and portrayal of mental or intellectual disability, mental health concerns is not always specified.
Find out what outlets use media industry codes when referencing suicide and mental health concerns.
Educators
Mindframe training and resources provides journalism, public relations and communication educators with the tools to introduce students to the professional and ethical issues involved in reporting or communicating about mental health, mental health concerns and suicide.
The online suite provides free teaching and learning resources for use within universities and colleges offering relevant programs across Australia.
What will educators have access to?
- Lecture slides and notes
- Case studies
- Media examples
- Topical questions to lead safe discussions.
Students
Mindframe's student resources supplement educator's case studies and the core curriculum, and help students understand how to safely report and communicate on suicide and mental health concerns.
Students will have access to specific journalism and public relations case studies with media examples, quick reference cards and a tip sheet on looking after your own mental health and wellbeing while studying.
Looking after your own mental health
Taking time to focus on your own mental health and wellbeing is important, especially when covering topics of suicide or mental health concerns in your tertiary studies.
Find out what resources Mindframe has on student wellbeing.
Training
Mindframe supports journalism and public relations educators and students across Australia through in-person and online training to communicate safely and sensitively on mental health, mental health concerns and suicide.
Find out more on Mindframe university training.
PRIA Code of Ethics
The Public Relations Institute of Australia is a professional body serving the interests of its members. In doing so, the Institute is mindful of the responsibility, which public relations professionals owe to the community as well as to their clients and employers. The Institute requires members to adhere to the highest standards of ethical practice and professional competence.
Visit PRIA's Code of Ethics.