Grant Edwards

Ret AFP Commander-Mental Health Advocate, Author-'The Strongman’ - Public Speaker, Guinness World Record Holder-Former Police Commander-Strongman

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

This story isn’t just about the trauma of frontline policing,it’s a damning indictment of institutional failure-check box compliance,&the need for urgent -#trauma informed #leadership in #policing.#mentalhealth @cymardon https://t.co/8mQEs6Lmz4

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

Having worked to establish the AFP early trafficking response in the early 2000’s-one thing became very clear:modern trafficking rarely resembles the stereotype many people imagine-retribution,fear often keeps victims trapped#news.com.au https://t.co/z2tgqhF7s7

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

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[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

@toniwriter Toni, per capita, Australia is one of the largest consumers of cocaine in the world. The profit ratio for traffickers is substantial.

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

@DrKatyKamkar Congratulations Katy, your continued passion and contribution towards mental health is unwavering and helping many.

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

My chat with Jerry Ratcliffe on the Reducing Crime podcast is now available at SoundCloud: https://t.co/E6jwaCWIoI
Apple: https://t.co/yZcY2lNVC6
Spotify: https://t.co/qTd6s2Lb32
Or anywhere you get podcasts.

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

Terrific to see @leighdiffey back in Oz television talking Track & Field. A long way from being our commentator at the World Series Strongman events back in the 90’s. Good on ya mate 👍

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

25 yrs ago I had the privilege to compete at the 1999 Worlds Strongest Man in Malta. What a proud moment to be in the rarefied environment with the world’s finest strength athletes, many of whom remain good friends. #strongman #Resilience #mindset

[LEPH2026 @LEPH2026]

Abstract submission open for the African Regional Law Enforcement & Public Health Conference in December 2024 in #Pretoria #SouthAfrica #ALEPH2024
https://t.co/2bus8ZOjwx

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

Life is a journey-replete with peaks & valley’s, triumphs & trials- a moment that stands as a pinnacle of achievement-publishing your memoir-that has sold nearly 14k copies. A heartfelt thank you to @BombsAwayLane whose passion & talent was instrumental in bringing it to life.

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

To foster growth, collaboration, and engagement, organisations must break free from numbness and embrace honest dialogue. Only then can we truly combat stigma and raise awareness that mental health matters.Register for free. Leadership in mental health.

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[General / Générale Jennie Carignan @CDS_Canada_CEMD]

1/ Afghanistan is forever etched into the collective psyche of those who served there, and has left none untouched, with many, including families, scarred physically, mentally, and morally. Our feelings and beliefs about the mission are deeply personal.

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

Previously unheard of action-something politicians & leadership shouldn’t ignore

[Natalie O'Brien @NatalieJourno]

For the first time in their history AFP officers are preparing to strike. They are the lowest base-paid officers in the country but their commissioner is the highest paid @AusFedPolice @AFPAssociation @davidshoebridge #auspol #police #security #strike
https://t.co/idIMGEk1fo

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

More disgruntled police have come forward to say they’re at breaking point.”There are more than 100 police on the Coast off on long-term sick leave, most of it related to stress from the job and PTSD” https://t.co/y5zRcaTm8F

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

Sitting is the new smoking” according to medical research. Todays reliance on technology has anchored society to inactivity. Movement is the key. You don’t need to be a gym rat or marathon runner, just move the body regularly, & add some resistance work to https://t.co/J3VZ3SlrSY

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

@Miller7673 @Jerry_Ratcliffe @AusFedPolice Thanks for asking. The book is easily available in the US from Amazon, Walmart or Barnes and Noble without the hefty shipping cost. 🙏

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

@StanGilmour @policecommander Thanks Stan, enjoyed catching up. Enjoy the remainder of your trip.

[Isabelle Bartkowiak-Théron @isabtkwk]

My very much esteemed friend and colleague @StrongCmdr at the lectern for today's first keynote, #traumainformedpolicing conference. Missing you much @DrKatyKamkar and @DMMcFee, can't wait to see you in Ottawa in 2025. 🥹 @GLEPHAssoc @TILES_UTAS @LEPH2024 @UTAS_ @Deakin

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

@isabtkwk @DrKatyKamkar @DMMcFee @GLEPHAssoc @TILES_UTAS @LEPH2024 @UTAS_ @Deakin Thank you Isa, lovely to catch up again.

[Grant Edwards @StrongCmdr]

More than ever police are having to deal with community related health issues. The Law Enforcement-Public Health nexus is significant issue that is in urgent need of funding. The expertise & knowledge exists through @GLEPHAssoc. @isabtkwk @StanGilmour @DrKatyKamkar @majardine

[Tony Walker ASM @agwalker01]

Barriers and enablers to implementing police mental health co-responder programs: A qualitative study using the consolidated framework for implementation research
https://t.co/qkircXMstY