On 18-19 June, some of the most influential minds in Australian sport will assemble to discuss key issues around Mental Health and Well-being in Athletes.
The Chad Robinson Legacy Foundation will be holding the second “Beyond the Game”: Tackling Mental Illness in Athletes Conference at Doltone House, Darling Island Wharf.
The Conference will bring together a variety of expert Presenters from various sporting codes, past and present Athletes, International Academics, researchers, Mental Health Professionals, and leading practitioners.
The aim of the conference is not only to discuss key issues around mental health and wellbeing in the sport industry, but to identify best practices around enhancing the mental wellbeing of athletes and to continue to pursue best practice approaches in dealing with mental illness in athletes.
One of the key themes of the conference in 2019 will be the impact that cultures have on elite athlete mental wellbeing. We have seen athletes, particularly from Indigenous and Pasifika cultures struggle with not only the pressure to perform and public scrutiny but the expectations that family and community place upon them.
The Foundation Chair, Chad’s sister Monique explained, “Professional athletes are vulnerable to mental health problems and Chad’s story resonates with many athletes current and retired. Adjusting to life after being celebrated as an elite athlete is a huge transition and one, they can’t be expected to make successfully alone. Many struggle to find a fulfilling career path and others suffer from chronic pain. The all-consuming nature of their sport is so closely linked to their self-esteem. Beyond the Game aims to discuss these issues and to pave a pathway to support player wellbeing.”
For more information please email: monique@chadslegacy.com.au
“Championing the long term Mental Wellbeing of Athletes”