Altus Traffic reached out to Sean from The Shaka Project in late 2021 to form a partnership with the view to share Sean's story, how The Shaka Project came to be, and continue to ignite the mental health conversation with our teams around the country. It was after a few of our own traffic controllers had shared The Shaka Project on their instagram pages that this sparked our interest. At the end of 2021 all our staff received a Shaka shirt. Our team's love to wear a brand and promote a good cause and by being able to give a Shaka shirt to over 2000 Altus traffic employees across the country allows them to feel a sense of solidarity with each other. Through Sean’s story they know that by wearing a Shaka shirt they are allowing people to come up to them and talk about their own mental health. To date Sean has seen our teams in WA, TAS, SA and QLD. At each session, there has been at least 1 or 2 people that Sean’s story has had a significant impact on which has sparked further conversation with them or their family. It’s been great to see the impact Sean and The Shaka Project has had on our staff and we hope to continue having the conversation with the rest of our teams around the country.” -

Claire Agnew, Altus Traffic

“After a debrief with the team, there weren't any areas that came up that could be used for the improvement of the presentation. We all realised there was a lot more we could be doing for ourselves and one another. The team was buzzing that night, and days after - it created a safe environment we are all happy to talk about, and suggest ideas if one of us is down. Months later team members are still talking about it, it popped up on a couple of the team's highlights for the 1st quarter of the year. I would like to commend Sean for his outstanding presentation via The Shaka Project on mental health. It was incredibly brave and inspiring for him to share his own personal mental health journey with the team, and it made the presentation all the more impactful. Sean's vulnerability created a safe space for the audience to open up and feel comfortable discussing their own mental health experiences. The easy-to-understand tips he provided to work on our own mental health were practical and applicable to everyday life. Overall, Sean's presentation was insightful, engaging, and relatable, and I left feeling motivated to prioritise my own mental health. Thank you, Sean, for an excellent presentation on such an important topic.” 

Callum Fry, Method Recruitmen

“Sean's presentation far exceeded our expectations, his openness, vulnerability, honesty and his ability to connect was incredible to watch. After the presentation we know that many of our staff connected with their mates which tells us that his message was received. We would highly recommend the Shaka Project presentation to anyone looking for an impactful and meaningful presentation to promote talking to mates, breaking down the barriers of mental health, the signs to look out for and where you can get help.”

Bianca Molloy, Selkirk Bricks

I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Isaac and Sean from The Shaka Project for their recent visit to Blue Hills Rise Retirement Village in Cranbourne East. Their time with us was nothing short of extraordinary, and their impact on our residents was deeply felt and profoundly appreciated.Isaac and Sean demonstrated remarkable dedication and genuine compassion as they engaged with each resident. Their ability to listen attentively and show genuine interest in each person’s story was truly impressive. It was clear that they approached every conversation with an open heart and a sincere desire to understand and support.Their commitment to mental health was evident in every interaction. They did not just provide a listening ear; they offered thoughtful insights and encouraged meaningful dialogue that resonated with everyone. The residents appreciated their respectful and empathetic approach, which created a safe space for sharing personal experiences and concerns.Isaac and Sean’s work is a testament to the importance of mental health support and the positive difference it can make in people's lives. Their visit was not just a series of conversations, but a meaningful exchange that left a lasting impression on our community.We are grateful for the time and effort Isaac and Sean put into making their visit so impactful. Their work with The Shaka Project continues to make a significant difference, and we look forward to future opportunities to collaborate and benefit from their expertise.Thank you, Isaac and Sean, for your exceptional work and for enriching the lives of our residents.

David Morison Blue Hill Rise

“The presentation was well received by the ship's members and I believe the message of the Shaka Project really resonated with them. The crew was engaged and I do think these conversations are really breaking the ice when it comes to talking about mental health.”

Claudia Williver, Royal Australian Navy, HMAS Brisbane