I came away from this workshop feeling my kete had been refilled and refreshed. I went back to my work and felt somewhat safety in my engagement with myself and others.

I have had very little personal experience with addiction and therefore have found it hard to relate to people experiencing addiction. I found this course gave an easy-to-understand insight into addiction and the experiences of those affected by it. I gained a stronger level of empathy and understanding from this course.

I learnt things I have not learnt on potentially more advanced courses. One of the best courses I have ever attended. At no time did I lose interest in the subject or become tired.

Overall, the workshop enhanced the different levels of understanding of addiction within the group but also equipped participants with practical tools and perspectives to apply in real-world situations. The facilitators were exceptionally knowledgeable, providing insightful information and evidence-based practices in a clear and accessible manner. Their relatability and genuine engagement with the participants fostered an open and supportive learning environment, making complex topics more understandable and relatable.

This was an outstanding workshop and of huge value to our organisation and our people. The facilitators were excellent and really knew the content. They provided a safe space for our staff to share some very personal stories and I can't thank them enough. It was great and I feel armed with new tools to help me help not only myself when it comes to mental health but also importantly others.

Personal stories allowed insight into barriers experienced by tāngata whai ora and areas of development for agencies helping whānau affected by mental health.