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Who We Are

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.

Our Work

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.

See the guide

Training

Registered training

Build on your lived experience or on-the-job experience and receive a nationally recognised qualification.

Customised training

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.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Protocols and Resources

Mental Health Coordinating Council recognises the unique status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Australians. We acknowledge the special relationship that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples have with their traditional lands and waters, as well as their unique history and diverse culture, customs and circumstances.

For resources and cultural protocols around working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in mental health, visit our Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in Mental Health page. The page includes a co-designed guide to culturally safe practice.

Resources for Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in Mental Health