EUROA and Nagambie will welcome one of the nation's leading youth psychologists in February for a series of workshops. Strathbogie Shire Council will host renowned psychologist and youth mental health expert Michael Carr-Gregg in three seminars designed to empower parents and professionals with strategies to support young people in overcoming life challenges. The program is part of council's ongoing commitment to recovery and resilience-building following the 2022 October floods and is aimed to strengthen the emotional and mental wellbeing of the community's youth in our community. Strathbogie Mayor Claire Ewart-Kennedy said securing Dr Carr-Gregg's expertise was a great opportunity. "We know how much parents and professionals can gain from these sessions," Cr Ewart-Kennedy said. "We want everyone who supports young people to feel equipped to guide them through life’s challenges, big and small." Dr Carr-Gregg is widely recognised for his expertise in giving parents, educators, and professionals practical tools and knowledge to foster a resilient future for all ages. He said strength in young people needed to be cultivated to prepare them for the future. “Resilience is not just a skill," Dr Carr-Gregg said. "It’s a vital life force that empowers our youth to navigate the complexities of life—whether it’s the daily pressures they face or the significant challenges posed by natural disasters. “Resilience is not about never falling, but about rising every time we do." Dr Carr-Gregg said he aimed to give attendees practical and specific, evidence-based skills as well as knowledge and strategies that can be used immediately. He said the the mental health landscape for Australian youth in 2025 had a 'profound' urgency and that resilience was now a critical skill. "As challenges mount and pressures escalate we must unite to transform despair into hope," he said. "The well-being of our future generations hinges on our collective commitment to their resilience and support. “These workshops are designed to equip parents and professionals with essential tools to instill strength, hope, and adaptability in the next generation (to) raise a resilient youth, ready to thrive in the face of adversity." The three-part workshop will be held at: • Nagambie Mechanics Institute, Nagambie on Wednesday 19 February at 7:00pm • Euroa Memorial Oval, Euroa on Thursday 20 February, 9:00am-3:00pm • Euroa Community Cinema, Euroa on Thursday 20 February at 7:00pm The workshops are designed for parents, teachers, social workers, health professionals, and welfare staff. The workshops are free but registration is essential as places are limited. Visit http://tiny.cc/8u4kzz or call (03) 5795 0000 for more information and booking.
