Phoenix Australia
Charles Chu is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in mental health policy and community partnerships. Currently serving as Co-Director (Lived and Living Experience) at Transforming Trauma Victoria, Charles is instrumental in developing the inaugural Victorian Mental Health Statewide Trauma Services alongside Dr. Rahul Khanna. Previously, Charles held significant roles such as Mental Health and Wellbeing Policy and Community Partnership Lead at Thorne Harbour Health, and Social Policy & Advocacy Officer at the Australian Association of Social Workers. Earlier professional experience includes positions as Policy Officer at Oaktree, Policy Research Intern at the Secretariat of Nation Aboriginal and Islander Child Care, and Student Consultant at 180 Degrees Consulting. Charles's educational background includes a Master of Business Administration from Melbourne Business School, a Master of Social Work from Monash University, and a Bachelor of International Relations with Honours from The Australian National University.
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Phoenix Australia
75% of Australians are exposed to at least one traumatic event in their lifetime. Phoenix Australia promotes recovery for the 15 million Australians affected by trauma. A leader in posttraumatic mental health for over 20 years, Phoenix Australia partners with and guides organisations, communities and individuals to reduce the effects of trauma. Our journey began working with the defence forces, developing treatment and recovery programs for soldiers returning from conflict. Today our work has a much broader focus, as we seek to improve the outcomes for all Australians affected by trauma. Our acclaimed research and international networks are the foundation of our work, which encompasses Research and Evaluation, Policy and Service Development, and Education and Training. It is our unique ability to integrate knowledge and skills from all of these activities to develop best practice, tailored implementation. Phoenix Australia is an independent, not-for-profit organisation with an affiliation with the University of Melbourne.