Grae Matta Foundation

In this life we can be certain of two things — we are born and then, someday, we will die. Our lives between those events are less certain. We make endless choices on how to live well, spend our time, and find purpose and delight in life. We love talking about birth, the subject bringing hope and excitement. We are often engaged with talking about avoiding death or elongating life, allowing what we learn about living longer to inform our actions and behaviours. Yet, when the subject of the one e

While the visibility of LGBTQ+ progress is important, we must also recognise the ongoing issues faced by the community. That’s why it’s important to us at Grae Matta to highlight mental health in the LGBTQ+ community — to spread awareness of challenges as well as provide resources to those looking for them.

Mental health affects everyone differently, but certain concerning trends emerge when we examine mental health across different demographics. This Men’s Health Month, we wish to shine a spotlight on the unique struggles men face when dealing with poor mental health and raise awareness for the resources and tactics that exist to combat these struggles.


Research indicates that men are less likely to seek medical help when needed. This highlights a societal need for change in how we approach men...

Whether you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, there’s no ignoring the importance of Pride month as a global celebration and, if you want to learn a little more about this monumental time for LGBTQ+ visibility, you can read on for answers on some of the most asked questions about Pride!

April is a time of renewal, growth, and the changes we’ve all come to associate with spring but, with it also signposting a crucial season for students with exams and deadlines looming, it seems especially important that it is also Stress Awareness Month. Created in 1992 as a way to raise awareness for the causes of stress and potential cures, National Stress Awareness Month comes at a time in the academic calendar that seems especially fitting. Whether you’re looking for tips to manage stress a