National Mental Health Commission

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

Today is International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD). Our recent submission to the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) review focused on psychosocial disability. 👉Read our submission here: mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/publications/s… @IDPwD

It's International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and online violence is a serious and rapidly growing threat that seeks to silence the voices of many women and can lead to violence in real life. Find out more 👉 @UN_Women

It's Perinatal Mental Health Week and this year’s theme is “what you need, when you need it.” This reflects our shared belief that timely, tailored support can make all the difference for parents across Australia. Find out more at pmhweek.org.au #pmhweek2025

International Men’s Day (IMD) is an opportunity to take part in a global conversation about manhood, masculinity and men’s issues. For more info check out 👉 @MensHealthAMHF If you or any of the men in your life need support, give @MensLine_Aus a call on 📞 1300 789 978

📣 The National Mental Health Commission has welcomed the release of the final report of the Productivity Commission’s review of the National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement. Read the report 👉 pc.gov.au/inquiries-and-…

We have been selected as a finalist in the GovCMS 2025 Community Awards! Our website has been nominated for the category ‘built for users’, which recognises websites designed and built with user-needs front and centre. To vote for us, head to communications.finance.gov.au/survey.php?sid….

It’s National Carers Week and the Commission joins Australia in recognising, celebrating and raising awareness about the 3 million Australians who provide care to a family member or friend. For support, including free counselling, head to carergateway.gov.au

Recognising this year’s #WorldMentalHealthDay theme, Access to Services - Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies - we’re spotlighting how Australia’s mental health system is performing. The 2024 Report Card shows rising financial stress, delayed care & system fragmentation. 🔗Read more: mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/publications/n… #MentalHealthAccess #NationalReportCard2024 #AustralianMentalHealth #MentalHealth

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay, this year’s theme is Access to Services - Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies. This is why we are highlighting the National Disaster Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework. The Framework aims to improve how governments work together to respond and support people’s mental health before, during and after disasters. 🔗Read more: mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/projects/natio… If you or someone you know needs mental health information or support, visit our ‘Find Support’ page to find a service that’s right for you 👉 mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/find-support #MentalHealth #BeyondDisaster #MentalHealthCommission