Hi @WriterMelb,
I would say go ahead and post the 800 words without waiting for a reply from @Former-Member. There are plenty of posts in this thread going back years that are longer than that. The worst that can happen is a moderator might hold it back from publication. Guessing you have it already on the computer so I imagine it's not like you'd be typing it out here. So if it gets moderated, you won't have lost much in the process of putting it up here.
My guess is that it will be okay. Also, I'm interested to read it. 
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Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.