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About the sector

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

Annual Reports

Find detailed information on the work we do to support the community managed mental health sector.

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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

Words are important. The language we use and the stories we tell have great significance to all involved.

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Training

Registered training

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Membership

Our members

Our members are community managed mental health organisations, large and small, local and NSW-wide service providers.

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Join a strong network of community-based mental health organisations delivering better outcomes for people in New South Wales.

News & Events

Latest news

Voice to Parliament Hub for mental health workers

27th September 2023

An easy-to-access resource page developed by Mental Health Coordinating Council for mental health workers covering information and perspectives on the Voice to Parliament referendum.

Open letter in support of the Voice to Parliament

25th September 2023

Mental Health Coordinating Council is among 125 health organisations to sign an open letter in support of the Voice to Parliament. We confidently believe the proposed Voice will enhance government decision making about matters that affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, ultimately improving health outcomes.

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.

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Our Events

Mental Health Coordinating Council holds a range of events to support the community mental health sector. This includes our popular Meet your Neighbour networking event for frontline workers, CEO and senior manager forums, sector development webinars and more.

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Media Releases

We welcome media enquiries and can provide expert comment on community based mental health-related topics. Find the latest media releases from Mental Health Coordinating Council, plus contact information for journalists and media representatives on our media release page.

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