ACT Mental Health Consumer Network Inc.

29/04/2026

ℹ️ In 2025, CHN conducted a survey to better understand the needs of our veterans when accessing health care. Our survey findings showed that mental health was a critical area of concern. Building on this feedback, we would like to understand what has improved in mental health, what challenges remain and where support is needed.

📈 Responses will help future service planning and improvements, ensuring mental health care services are more accessible, coordinated and responsive to veterans in the ACT.

🗣️ Visit MySay, CHN's community engagement tool, to have your say now: mysay.chnact.org.au.

29/04/2026

The Network and the Mental Health Community Coalition of the ACT have issued a joint statement regarding the serious incident at Canberra Hospital’s emergency department on 22 April 2026.

As peak bodies representing mental health consumers and community organisations in the ACT, we are deeply concerned about staff and consumer safety, the persistence of known infrastructure and procedural issues, and the broader system pressures that contribute to these incidents.

Our statement acknowledges the impact on staff, supports a thorough review, and calls for urgent action on workplace safety alongside sustained investment in community-based supports. It also stresses the importance of careful and accurate public discussion that does not add to stigma for people experiencing mental distress.

You can read this statement at https://tinyurl.com/3xyfzse8

Please contact the Network or Mental Health Community Coalition ACT if you would like to discuss this further

09/04/2026

Hear from our Consumer Advisory Group at this monthly Conversation

Missed the last webinar in our Consumer-Led Conversations series?

No problem! You can watch the full conversation via the link in the comments.

The conversation brought together Consumer Advisory Groups from Mental Health Lived Experience Peak Queensland, ACT Mental Health Consumer Network Inc., BEING - Mental Health Consumers Ltd.

Each month, we’ll cover new topics, hearing from Advisory and Affinity groups across the mental health consumer movement.

If you’re interested in joining us for the next webinar on Tuesday, 28 April, 4pm-5pm AEST, you can RSVP and find out more via the link in the comments.

09/04/2026

A reminder that our 5 part Self-Advocacy training workshops will be starting next week. If you would like to begin finding your voice and learning to speak up for yourself more confidently, there's still time to register at https://tinyurl.com/Self-Advocacy-Introduction

09/04/2026

Latest Network Navigator e-bulletin available at https://tinyurl.com/Network-Navigator

26/03/2026

The Australian Government is seeking expressions of interest for a new Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Advisory Council.

The Council will provide independent advice on the effectiveness of the National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022-2032, as well as advice on new and emerging evidence to improve impact.

The Council will consist of ten members, and operate in an advisory capacity only, reporting directly to the Minister for Social Services.

Membership will be determined based on relevant areas of expertise to ensure the Council achieves its objectives.

For more information about required skills and eligibility, responsibilities, remuneration and support, and how to apply, please head to Department of Social Services website. Link in the comments.

26/03/2026

The National Mental Health Consumer Alliance is the national peak body for mental health consumers. We’re seeking a National Communications Lead with lived experience of mental health challenges to shape and deliver our communications, media, and digital presence nationwide.

This position will support the CEO with speeches and key messaging, be the first point of contact for media, develop and implement a data driven communications strategy, and manage online platforms.

This is a pivotal role for an experienced, values-driven communications professional who is flexible, collaborative, and adept at delivering hands-on communications, thinking strategically, and managing competing priorities and emerging issues.

This role may be undertaken at 0.6 FTE to 1.0 FTE, across 5 days a week.

You can find out more about the role, key responsibilities, qualifications and requirements, and how to apply via the link in the comments.

26/03/2026

Reminder to RSVP now!

Our next Consumer-Led Conversation webinar will go live this Tuesday, 31 March, from 4pm to 5pm AEST.

We’ll be joined by speakers from the Mental Health Lived Experience Peak Queensland Consumer Advisory Group, ACT Mental Health Consumer Network Inc. Consumer Advisory Group, and BEING - Mental Health Consumers Ltd Consumer Advisory Group.

It’s easy to RSVP, just register here: bit.ly/allianceclc3

26/03/2026

The National Mental Health Consumer Alliance is seeking a National Research Manager with lived experience of mental health challenges to support our consulting and project work.

We’re looking for a collaborative, rights-based researcher and writer to consult with fellow mental health consumers, gather evidence, write reports and provide advice on topics like human rights, peer work and mental health consumer needs.

This position will report to the National Policy and Research Lead and work closely with the National Codesign Manager.

This role is work-from-home, and you can be based anywhere in Australia. It will initially be a 3 day a week, short-term role, with possible extension of contract dependent upon funding.

Find out more about the role, key responsibilities, qualifications and requirements via the link in the comments.

17/03/2026

Are you an experienced mental health professional with a deep commitment to evidence‑based, trauma‑informed & affirming therapeutic practice?

We are seeking a skilled & values‑driven Wellbeing Team Leader to provide clinical and operational leadership to our multidisciplinary wellbeing team, delivering evidence‑based, trauma‑informed and person‑centred services for LGBTIQA+ communities and people living with or impacted by HIV.

You will guide the delivery high-quality therapeutic services including psychology, counselling, care coordination and peer support.

Note: This is a rolling recruitment process. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Shortlisting and interviews may occur at any time, and the role may close early.

Find out more at www.meridianact.org.au/jobs

11/03/2026

Our latest Network Navigator e-bulletin is now available online https://tinyurl.com/2v3x6fb7

11/03/2026

Friday Night BBQ
13th March 6:00 PM
At The Early Morning Centre
By Helping ACT
(Vegetarian options available!)