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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

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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.

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.

Navigating the transition from hospitalisation back to everyday life

29th June 2023

Billabong Clubhouse began under the ‘clubhouse’ US-based model of psychosocial rehabilitation. Knowing that community support is there for the transition out of hospital is invaluable for people beginning their recovery journey.

Tribute to outgoing CEO Carmel Tebbutt

16th June 2023

Mental Health Coordinating Council farewells former CEO Carmel Tebbutt and thanks her for delivering for the sector, being a great humanitarian and an inspirational leader.

Incoming Government Brief from the community mental health sector

7th June 2023

This Incoming Government Brief for the recently elected New South Wales government sets out the role and value of community-managed organisations in the delivery of key mental health services and supports.

MHCC announces new CEO to take on pivotal role

2nd June 2023

Mental Health Coordinating Council announces the appointment of Dr Evelyne Tadros in the pivotal role of CEO at the peak body for community mental health organisations.

Key sector leaders come together to discuss shared challenges

29th May 2023

Mental Health Coordinating Council brought a range of key leaders from the community-managed mental health sector together at our annual CEO and Senior Managers Forum.

Federal Budget 2023-2024 mental health summary

10th May 2023

Mental Health Australia summary of mental health announcements in the Federal Budget 2023-2024.

Understanding homelessness and mental health: John’s story

2nd May 2023

John's story demonstrates the significance of a multi-disciplinary approach to providing support to those facing homelessness.

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