ONCE local travel agent Gemma Ferguson heard about the work of the Mansfield Let’s Talk mental health group, she was keen to contribute through her business.

“My business each year gives back to the community, last year it was teddy bears for kids with cancer,” said Ms Ferguson.

It was through a conversation with committee member Deb Mims that she found out about the group and wanted to help people who were struggling with mental health issues.

Ms Ferguson presented the group with a cheque for $500 at their monthly meeting last week which will help to remove the stigma around mental health.

Mansfield Let’s Talk has received funding to run first aid mental health courses which are open to community members.

Places for the next one have already been filled but it is hoped more training sessions will be held.

To contact Mansfield Let's Talk email mansfieldletstalk@gmail.com or via Facebook.