About HVNNSW

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Role

• To provide a framework and environment which facilitates the processes that enables people who hear distressing voices to move towards recovery.

Aims

• To show that Hearing Voices is a real experience and may not always be a symptom of mental illness.
• To educate Society about the meaning of hearing voices, and help to reduce the stigma in the community.
• To develop appropriate Coping Strategies for voice hearers.
• To establish and support self help Groups for voice hearers throughout NSW.
• To develop ongoing strategies and solutions through the integration of voice hearers and professionals.
• To increase the quality and quantity of support available, through the creation of strong alliances with similar organisations worldwide.

Key Principles

• Acceptance and Validation
• Respect
• Promote Hope
• Independence and Empowerment
• Safety and Courage
• Collaboration

Key Result Areas

• Groups – Establishment and Consumer feedback
• Community – Awareness and Support
• Alliances – Quality and Quantity
• Growth – Physically and Intellectually