Throughout 2012 SANE StigmaWatch worked with national news groups, metropolitan media outlets, regional newsrooms, businesses and celebrities to reduce stigma and encourage responsible reporting of suicide-related issues.

StigmaWatch received 200 StigmaWatch Reports and 38 Good News nominations across Australia.

Media outlets contacted included Channel 9, Channel 7, the ABC, The Australian, The Age, 6PR, and Fox FM.

Quarterly Stigma Bulletins were sent to over 2,000 members, updating members on activity undertaken throughout the year.

If you have seen a positive or stigmatising report in the media you can nominate stories for consideration online, or if you want to subscribe to the mailing list, visit the Join StigmaWatch page.

It is important to remember that SANE StigmaWatch does not aim to stop media reports on issues such as mental illness and suicide, rather, StigmaWatch encourages more accurate and responsible reporting of these complex and sensitive issues.

StigmaWatch Statistics - 2012 Month Totals