Mental Health Policy Promoting positive mental health promotion involves any action taken to maximise well being in individuals and communities. It includes fostering a sense of belonging through improving social, physical and economic environments as well as enhancing the coping capacity of individuals and communities. Orienteering Western Australia () supports positive mental health promotion in individuals and the community through strategies which: provide opportunities for individuals to be mentally, physically and socially active. encourage individuals to join and actively participate in 's activities and those of partner organisations. encourage individuals to become a volunteer in , to set personal goals for achievement in the activities of the organisation, and to be more broadly involved in other community events and environments. reduce or remove economic or social barriers to participation in 's activities. encourage participants, volunteers and organisers to treat all groups in the organisation and in the community in general with respect, equality and openness. Approved: August 2007