Speeches / Transcripts

UK mental health expert Professor Slade Mike Slade gave a fantastic speech at the Grace Groom Memorial Oration 2015. He discussed a range of issues including...

More than a year into the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) trial, this opening statement conveys the views of Mental Health Australia in relation to the implementation of the NDIS.

MHCA Chair Jennifer Westacott recently presented a key note address at the Association Forum’s 9th Annual CEO Symposium. Speaking to an audience of leaders from the not for profit sector in Australia, the presentation focussed on how the various sectors can work together to create mentally health workplaces in Australia. The presentation explores the current political climate for mental health; the impact of mental illness on the community; the new vision for the MHCA, and; how leaders can improve the mental wellbeing of their organisations and work with people with a mental illness.