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The community managed mental health sector is a key provider of mental health services and supports to people in the community.

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Mental Health Rights Manual

An online guide to help explain your legal and human rights in the mental health and human services systems in New South Wales.

Recovery Oriented Language Guide

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Championing the community mental health sector

Mental Health Coordinating Council is the peak body for community managed mental health organisations in New South Wales.

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Our response to the NSW Budget 2023-2024

20th September 2023

Mental Health Coordinating Council has welcomed mental health initiatives announced in the NSW Budget, but flags concerns the Budget falls short when it comes to allocating additional funding for the community-managed mental health sector.

2023 Mental Health Workforce Survey launched

12th September 2023

Mental Health Coordinating Council has launched our third biennial Mental Health Workforce Survey for Community Managed Organisations. Member organisations are encouraged to take part in this important data collection for the sector.

Celebrating 40 Years

15th August 2023

In 2023 we celebrate 40 years of supporting people living with mental health conditions to live meaningful lives in the communities of their choice. Discover more about our history and the development of the sector.

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Our Work

Mental Health Coordinating Council champions community-based mental health services to support better outcomes for people living with mental health conditions. We work to strengthen mental health organisations by advocating to government and key decision makers, delivering sector-leading resources and tools, and providing quality training for the mental health workforce.

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Highly regarded learning pathways for the mental health workforce. Our training is informed by recovery-oriented trauma-informed principles and is delivered throughout New South Wales by experienced and dedicated trainers, including many with lived experience.