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Our Vision


Our vision is to achieve better mental health for all. We aim to create a society where mental health is valued, supported, and understood, and where everyone has access to the resources and support that they need to thrive.

Our Mission


The Mental Health Foundation Australia (MHFA) is committed to promoting the mental health and well-being of all Australians. We bring a unique multicultural approach to mental health advocacy, awareness, education, support, research, and resilience initiatives. We strive to reduce stigma, empower individuals, and foster inclusive communities through compassion, excellence, collaboration, innovation, and evidence-based mental health practices.

Our Values

COMPASSION

We hold care, respect, and empathy for all members of the community and emphasise the value of kindness and helping others for mental wellbeing.


EXCELLENCE

We act with the ambition to respond to the needs of the community and go above and beyond expectations.

INCLUSION

We celebrate and respect diversity in all its forms and seek to include the whole community in shaping the future for mental health.


INNOVATION

We act with the initiative to investigate new ideas and explore new approaches, pushing the boundaries of what is achievable.

INTEGRITY 

Regardless of the challenge, we stand by our core values with the wellbeing of the community always in mind.

Our Objectives



  • To promote mental health and positive attitudes to mental health;
  • To establish collaboration with governments, individuals, and health related agencies, groups and organisations;
  • To make informed recommendations regarding mental health policy, implementation and services;
  • Encourage and initiate mental health research;
  • Encourage the highest standards in training and practice for the mental health professions;
  • To establish and support organisations which provide services, support and advice to the community;
  • To stimulate the development of informed public debate and opinion on mental health issues;
  • To work to remove stigma within the wider community associated with mental ill health.
  • To build bridges between those with mental illness and those without, to link our community together.


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