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Vince Pannell is a former member of the Australian Federal Police (AFP) with 35 years of service. On this episode not only do we delve into Vince's rich career experiences, I discover what a "Jury F**ker" is along with the mental health challenges faced by first responders.

Vince shares stories from his involvement in organizing the "Heart to Heart" walk aimed at raising awareness for first responder mental health and recounts his diverse work experiences, from organizing challenging events to dealing with crises in Norfolk Island. This episode offers valuable insights into the complexities of police work, the need for systemic support for first responders, and Vince's current adventures traveling Europe in an RV. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on the importance of community, legislative action, and personal resilience in addressing pressing issues faced by those on the frontline.

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RELATED LINKS

Senate Report: The people behind 000: mental health of our first responders

Inquiry Home Page

1. https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Senate/Education_and_Employment/Mentalhealth 

The Senate Report

1. https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Senate/Education_and_Employment/Mentalhealth/Report

The Recommendations

1. https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Senate/Education_and_Employment/Mentalhealth/Report/section?id=committees%2freportsen%2f024252%2f26970

The Government Response

1. https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Senate/Education_and_Employment/Mentalhealth/Government_Response

Support Organisations (mentioned)

• Emerge and See – Pia and Alana

https://emergeandsee.org.au/index.html

• Beyond the Badge - Sean

https://beyondthebadge.com.au/about-us/

• Beyond Blue

https://esf.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/BB_AnsweringTheCall.pdf

• Black Dog Institute

https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/education-services/national-emergency-worker-support-service/

Other Organisations mentioned

• Australian Federal Police – What they do

https://www.afp.gov.au/about-us

• Australian Federal Police Association (one of the Walk Platinum Sponsors)

https://afpa.org.au/about-us/

• Police Bank (our other Platinum Sponsors)

https://www.policebank.com.au/about-us