- ACDC
- March 4, 2026
People Connector Capacity Building Report The People Connector Capacity Building Report captures the individual capacity building of People Connectors who were the backbone of the ACDC Project. Being a People Connector requires unique skills and capabilities to undertake the proactive outreach approach.At the end of the ACDC project, I realised that listening to people actively, […]
- ACDC
- March 4, 2026
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- ACDC
- March 4, 2026
The act of knocking on a door to check in on the household is not new. As a show of care, this has presumably worked to keep people well and connected to natural supports throughout history and across diverse cultures. The Assisting Communities through Direct Connection (ACDC) Project has turned this simple idea into a […]
- Advocacy, Community, Events, Mental Health
- March 3, 2026
We’re looking forward to joining colleagues from across the country at the upcoming 2026 Mental Health Sector Expo hosted by Mental Health Australia at Parliament House. This event is always a valuable opportunity for our sector to come together in the heart of our nation’s capital, to connect with decision makers and to showcase the […]
- Advocacy, Disability, Human Rights, Media Releases, Mental Health, Mental Health System Reform
- March 3, 2026
A recent article published in Australian Journal of Human Rights (2026) presents a carefully reasoned case for a Human Rights Act in Western Australia, using the state’s mental health system as a practical example of why stronger legislative protections matter. Titled Advancing a rights-based mental health system: the case for a Human Rights Act for […]
The holiday season can be challenging for many of us. For some this is a wonderful time of the year, and for some it can be tricky to navigate. At CMHA we’re all trying to extend a little extra kindness to ourselves and to others this holiday season. Hopefully, this inspires you to do the […]
- Mental Health System Transformation
- December 19, 2025
This week’s Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) delivered the Australian Government’s $1.1 billion election commitment investment in mental health. Community Mental Health Australia (CMHA) welcomes the Government’s ongoing commitment to Australian’s mental health, particularly to young people who are facing unprecedented and unacceptable social, relational, and financial pressures. These investments continue the decades-long approach […]
- Community
- December 16, 2025
CMHA recognises the profound emotional and psychological toll of violence and hatred in our communities. At CMHA, we stand in unwavering solidarity with all those affected and reaffirm our commitment to compassion, unity, and care. We know our mental health and social and emotional wellbeing depend on feeling safe and connected in our communities without […]
- Events, Health Economics, Mental Health, Research, Statistics
- December 11, 2025
Representatives from Community Mental Health Australia (CMHA) attended the public seminar at Macquarie University, Sydney today. Professor Rowena Jacobs from the Centre for Health Economics, University of York presented an informative seminar: ‘Mental health economics: Using data to help improve efficiency, funding and productivity’. Professor Jacobs’ seminar focused on how data can be leveraged to […]
- Advocacy, Community, Mental Health
- December 9, 2025
Every year on 10 December, the world marks Human Rights Day. It commemorates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948, a document that continues to guide how we protect and uphold the inherent dignity of every person. The United Nations (UN) reminds us that human rights are universal, indivisible and fundamental […]
