Pearl Cove's
Human Library of Mental Health
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| "Freedom is a State of Mind" MENKAURE |
Event Details
When: Friday 9th October 2020
Where: Pearl Room (adjacent to Pearl Cove Library)
Time: 2-6 pm
Ages: 14+ years old
Cost: Free!
Bookings: via Eventbrite
What is a Human library?
Human Libraries are a safe and inclusive space
for face-to-face dialogue that allows the readers to learn about other people
and their lives in an open and respectful manner. (more info)
What is this event?
Pearl Cove library has invited a number of human books from our community to come into our library and share their experiences with interested readers.
Books can be borrowed for up to 25 minutes for discussions about mental health, and issues stemming from it. Books may not leave the library grounds and are free to refuse to answer any questions or terminate the borrowing period early. Books must be returned in the same condition.
Some discussions may make mention of deceased persons.
Meet the Books
Helen Hywater - A young indigenous woman who has battled with depression and anxiety since her early teens
Arty Fischel - Local high school councilor
Bennie Factor - Liaison from mental health organisation HeadSpace
Dr Dinah Mite - Psychologist working in the Black Dog Institute
Chester Minit - Young man who has OCD and ADHD
Horace Cope - He grew up with a father battling depression
Robyn Banks - High school student with depression.
Find out more about HeadSpace
Find out more about the Black Dog Institute
Contact the library for more info about this event
0461 568 577
02 61 568 577
libraryinquiries@pearlcove.gov.au
Elliot Quinn
