In just four weeks’ time on Wednesday 25 May, Support Act’s inaugural Head First conference discussing mental health and wellbeing for the music industry will take place at the new Australian Institute of Music (AIM) campus in Sydney. This much-anticipated landmark event will feature a wealth of amazing speakers and performers, all discussing the crucially […]
Author: Gemma Iacobaccio
Sound Check
Our latest edition of new mental health newsletter, Sound Check, is out now featuring news, events, music community insights, tools and tips to help keep you mentally well. Read the latest issue here and to receive future issues, subscribe here.
Running on empty towards an unsafe workplace
The challenges of the past few years have made people feel physically and mentally exhausted. What’s alarming is the impact this fatigue is having on the workplace. Find out more in this latest post by SafeWork NSW. Waking up to the issue It is widely recognised that fatigue in the workplace can compromise physical and mental […]
Bridget Hustwaite
“It’s important to not only set realistic expectations, but to also set boundaries.” Radio presenter and health activist, Bridget Hustwaite, shares her journey: As someone with a chronic illness, anxiety has had a looming presence in my life for a number of years. But I did notice it peak upon entering the music industry as […]
Social Anxiety
In an industry that’s all about ‘being seen’, how does it feel when the visibility and exposure is all too much? Nkechi Anele, a multifaceted creative of Nigerian-Irish heritage who grew up in Melbourne/Naarm and has spent over a decade in the music industry, and Cyrus Villanueva, a Sydney-based artist, music producer and songwriter, share their […]
Backstage Pass – March
Our latest edition of monthly newsletter, Backstage Pass, is out now! Find out how we’ve been supporting the music industry and how you can get involved to help or receive help by checking out the latest edition here. To receive future issues, subscribe here.
Support Act announces new mental health events for First Nations music workers
Support Act has announced its first First Nations Mental Health First Aid training program, specifically for First Nations musicians, managers, crew and music workers, and non-Indigenous people working with them. Held in conjunction with Makeshift, the nationally accredited training for individuals and teams teaches people how to effectively recognise and respond to mental health issues, […]
Mentally healthy workplaces
“All industries need to create culturally and psychologically safe spaces for their staff.” Our CEO, Clive Miller, talks to SafeWork NSW about the importance of creating mentally healthy workplaces in the music industry in his role as Ambassador for Mentally Healthy Workplaces. Working in the music industry creates a unique set of challenges that can […]
Support Act launches first ever industry mental health and wellbeing survey
Support Act, in conjunction with the Centre for Social Impact Swinburne, has today launched its first ever Mental Health and Wellbeing in Music and Live Performing Arts survey. The aim of the survey is to provide an updated picture of the mental health and wellbeing of people working in music and live performing arts in Australia, the factors […]
New date for Head First music industry conference announced
Support Act has today announced a new date for its rescheduled Head First music industry conference about mental health and wellbeing – Wednesday 25 May 2022. Despite two COVID-related postponements, the long-awaited event will return at the brand new Australian Institute of Music (AIM) campus in The Rocks, Sydney from 9am-5pm, followed by performances and networking. Hosted by presenter, podcaster and author Yumi Stynes, […]
Backstage Pass – February
Our latest edition of monthly newsletter, Backstage Pass, is out now! Find out how we’ve been supporting the music industry and how you can get involved to help or receive help by checking out the latest edition here. To receive future issues, subscribe here.
