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Mental Health Rights Manual
An online guide to help explain your legal and human rights in the mental health and human services systems in New South Wales.
Read moreRecovery Oriented Language Guide
Words are important. The language we use and the stories we tell have great significance to all involved.
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On this page you will find the Recovery Oriented Language Guide, digital poster and social media assets to download, share and print.
This edition includes updates to reflect contemporary language use, introduces diversity inclusive language and incorporates new topics, including talking about grief and loss, and recovery language usage in the written word.
Download your free poster to share and print in your workplace and help spread awareness on using the right language around mental health.
The language we use and the stories we tell have great significance. Download and share these social media assets and help promote recovery oriented language in the workplace and beyond.