Consumers of Mental Health WA * Western Australia's peak body for mental health consumers. By and for people with lived experience of mental health issues.
We are pleased to announce that scholarship applications are now open for the Cert IV Mental Health Peer Work qualification, for 2024 π
Visit our website to download the info pack and application form! https://t.co/YrKqlsQc7W
Queries? get in touch via [email protected]
THANK YOU! π to all the amazing people who attended the 2023 WAPSN Conference on Friday!
It was a great day, filled with conversation, laughter and in-depth knowledge - especially from our wonderful keynote speaker Helen Glover, and from our virtual Pat Deegan presentation.
We are excited to announce that Pat Deegan Ph.D has provided a virtual presentation for the WAPSN Conference 2023!
Pat Deegan is a leading figure within the Peer Lived Experience movement. Stay tuned for more WAPSN Conference announcements! π’
Have your say in the future of CoMHWA's branding!!!
CoMHWA's rebrand survey is closing soon, but you still have time to have your say.
This is a new era for CoMHWA, and we want to hear your voice.
https://t.co/7bDQo8BwK6
Do you want to be a part of this year's WAPSN conferece but missed out on our in-person tickets? Registrations for the online event are now open!
Register now and take part in this exciting Peer Workforce development and networking opportunity. https://t.co/L3W3B08l54
"Changes to Australiaβs mental health and suicide prevention system must be underpinned by lived experience to ensure appropriate care, say experts at the University of South Australia."
Read the full spotlight report here!
https://t.co/HWZGudiyg1
Our systemic advocacy team are regularly working on submissions that champion the voices of lived experience consumers, and share the experiences, insights, and knowledge of our amazing members.
https://t.co/44HbkMiDee
Join us at Life Launchpad in Kalgoorlie, Tuesday, the 27th @ Goldfields Women's Health Care Services at 10am.
This is a wonderful opportunity to connect, learn, and share with a whole community of amazing lived experience people.
Contact [email protected] for more information.
The Australian Government is currently reviewing the effectiveness and scope of Australia's 2010 Human Rights Framework and the National Human Rights Action Plan. We would like to add your voice to our submission.
https://t.co/Xlzbg0y2ru
CoMHWA, and all other members of the National Mental Health Consumer Alliance, fully support this recommendation.
Link to the full report: https://t.co/oa8JGAEndP
VMIAC, as part of the National Mental Health Consumer Alliance, supports the newly published '#NotBeforeTime' report's recommendation to establish a Restorative Justice Process led by people with lived experience.
READ the report: https://t.co/b46rP52mv5
https://t.co/L8qtOuiGDQ
Read this highly insightful piece from CoMHWA's Senior Policy and Research Officer, Lobna, about her lived experience of having a stroke at 37, and how this experience taught her to slow down and appreciate life.
https://t.co/vFAjWQvQlX
In 2018 the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC) proposed that the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) be amended to allow for a select range of medicines to be prescribed in 60-day increments, instead of the usual 30.
https://t.co/PYrcHsXM5X
Reconciliation Week is coming up soon!
Looking for a way to connect with the Aboriginal communities in your area, and show your support towards Reconciliation?
Reconciliation Australia have this great calendar of events happening all across Australia.
https://t.co/m1SlkRjqvw
CoMHWA are working with North Metro TAFE, to offer sponsored training for Peer Workers looking to complete the online Peer Work Training Skillset.
Click here to register your EoI before 5pm on Monday 1st of May.
https://t.co/gwWNZZfw1S
Inconsistencies among our mental health commissions are hurting the well-being of Australians and making it difficult to achieve necessary reform.
Mental health commissions are a mess and we're suffering https://t.co/65U6EQJj63 via @IndependentAus