National Mental Health Commission

Budget 2026-27 provides important continuity but a clearer pathway is needed for long-term mental health reform. Read our full statement 👉mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/news-media/new…

We have set up an Advisory Council to improve how we listen, learn, and respond. This will help make sure our work reflects real life experiences and that reducing stigma is part of decisions that affect workplaces and services. Read more 👉 mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/news-media/new…

Overseas conflict and rising cost of living is impacting mental health. SBS wrote an article on how seeing distressing content is taking its toll. Our CEO, David McGrath, spoke about the importance of building supportive and connected communities 👉 sbs.com.au/news/article/w…

It's World Day for Safety and Health at Work. As AI in the workplace becomes more common, the fear that AI will replace jobs is very real. Find out more about how workplaces can plan for increasing use of AI and support workers at the same time 👉 mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/projects/menta…

We've commissioned Monash University to study the economic impacts of mental health interventions in Australia. This project will help to understand which services make the biggest difference in people's lives. Read our media release 👉 mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/news-media/new…

It's World Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Day. We're working on the Digital Experiences of Children and Young People research project to understand how digital technology affects mental health. Find out more 👉 mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/projects/under…

Stigma and discrimination reduction must be at the centre of mental health reform. Raising awareness matters, but awareness alone is not enough. Our CEO, David McGrath, explains why 👉 mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/news-media/new…

We're partnering with @SANEAustralia to develop a National Stigma & Discrimination Report Card. We're committed to monitoring and reporting on experiences of stigma & discrimination. The reports aim to empower people, guide policy & improve outcomes: mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/news-media/new…

Today is Trans Day of Visibility, a time to celebrate trans, gender‑diverse and non‑binary people. It's also a reminder that there's still work to do to end stigma and discrimination. Gender‑affirming care supports better mental health outcomes. Find out more 👉 tdov.org.au

World Bipolar Day raises awareness about bipolar disorders and works to reduce stigma. Sharing resources helps people better understand the condition. Stigma and discrimination can delay diagnosis and treatment, creating barriers to care. Find out more 👉 worldbipolarday.org

Happy Neurodiversity Celebration Week! Around 15–20% of Australians are neurodivergent, which means their brains learn and process information in different ways. Diverse ways of thinking make us stronger. Find out more 👉neurodiversityweek.com/resource-hub

On #IWD, we recognise the mental health needs of women. In Australia, 2 in 3 women face sex and gender bias in healthcare, and over 30% see it in mental health support. These barriers can be changed through gender‑responsive, accessible care. #IWD2026

We recognise that many people in Australia may feel distressed by recent overseas conflicts, whether they are directly affected, have loved ones in the region, or those who are feeling stressed from ongoing news coverage about the conflicts. Support 👉 mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/find-support

Today is Mental Health Nurses' Day – a chance to recognise and celebrate the vital role that mental health nurses can and do make in providing compassionate, evidence‑based care to individuals and to helping create a safer and more equitable mental health system @ACMHN

It's @UN World Day of Social Justice and mental health challenges can be shaped by social factors. These are known as social determinants of health. Find out more about Australia's mental health system, including the social determinants 👉 mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/publications/n…

We extend our condolences to all involved in the incident at Merrylands on Tuesday. We ask for media narratives to use clear, accurate and respectful language to help ensure the community receives balanced information about mental health. Read our statement 👉 mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/news-media/new…

It's #SaferInternetDay - the internet is a big part of our everyday lives, so it’s more important than ever to protect ourselves. For more information on how to look after your mental health and wellbeing online, visit 👉 esafety.gov.au/key-topics/dig… #SID2026 #eSafety #MentalHealth

Happy holidays from the Commission! We will have limited operations from Thursday 25 December 2025 until Friday 2 January 2026. If you or someone you know needs mental health information or support, visit 👉mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/find-support

The National Mental Health Commission extends its condolences to the victims and loved ones of the tragic terrorist attack at Bondi Beach. If you or someone you know need mental health support, visit: mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/find-support

Today is Human Rights Day and a reminder that mental health is a universal human right. This means that everyone, whoever and wherever they are, has a right to the highest attainable standard of mental health. 👉 Find out more at @UN @AusHumanRights