The 24th Annual International Mental Health Conference
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Join your peers and learn the innovations seen across communities, cultures and countries in our sector which are transforming outcomes for professionals and patients.
 June 7th – June 9th, 2023   RACV Royal Pines Resort, Gold Coast, Australia.

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+70

+70 expert speakers covering key challenges in mental health

3 days

3 days, of learning, connecting, and professional development

13 Hours

13 hours towards your CPD (includes certificate of attendance)

400 +

400+ international mental health professionls in the one place

As a mental health care professional, you are painfully aware of the unprecedented demand for services, workforce shortages, disrupted treatment gaps, insufficient funding and a reliance on outdated service models. And like your peers, you’ve had enough with the talk. You want action.

1 in 8

About 1 in 8 people across the globe live with a mental disorder. (United Nations World Mental Health Report)

Over 2 in 5

Over 2 in 5 (44%, or 8.6 million) Australians aged 16–85 are estimated to have experienced a mental disorder at some time in their life, with 1 in 5 (21%, or 4.2 million) having experienced a mental disorder in the previous 12 months. (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare).

Less than 2%

On average, countries dedicate less than 2% of their health care budgets to mental health. (United Nations World Mental Health Report)

24%

“Mental and substance use disorders” were the second largest contributor (24%) of the non-fatal burden of disease in Australia. (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare).

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The time for expedited excellence based on connection, collaboration and innovation is upon us all.

Join us at IMH23 and connect with your diverse global community of mental health professionals to revisit the challenges facing our sector, reframe our plans for the future of our workforce and reshape the landscape to improve the quality of mental health care for everyone.

Join us at IMH23 and create solutions-focused approaches for yourself, your peers, the future workers of our industry as well as the patients in your care and the wider community.

Over three days, we will explore the topics of:

THEME: Collaborating and Innovating globally to increase Choice, Capacity, Diversity & Quality of Mental Health

The mental health workforce – the now and the future

  • Our frontline mental health care workers and burnout – what is happening right now in the field vs what needs to happen, to support our workers as they face unprecedented demand and challenges.
  • Lived experience and consumer co-design.
  • What does the mental health workforce of the future look like? How can we support the longevity of our workforce? How can we strategically manage our workforce

Collaborating communities – joining forces for improved outcomes

  • Embedding culturally responsive models of care for Indigenous, First Nations people and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities.
  • Qualitive and quantitative examples for community ownership around sharing data, e-mental health, using tech to give new strategies and choices which can add value and lighten the load.
  • A lifespan of mental health services - from uplifting our youth to supporting our ageing population.

Connecting the world - our diverse global community

  • Mental distress and substance use - addressing high needs & chronic complications arising from Global Events (climate change, COVID, War, Cost of Living)
  • Suicide Prevention – is more than just a ‘mental health’ issue – addressing socio-environmental determinants, data scarcity, media narratives and safety for individual, organisational and community driven initiatives.
  • Mental health through a neurodiversity lens.
  • Understanding the intersection between disability and mental health. How the current NDIS Psychosocial Disability Recovery-Oriented Framework fits into growing needs of the community.

Innovating for advanced strategies and outcomes

  • Innovating for advanced strategies and outcomes
  • Mental Health Think Tank – solutions focused approach to mental health. What can you bring to the table and what can you take away.

Come to the leading industry event where you can hear the real and current information straight from our sector’s professionals and leaders to gain solutions-focused approaches, international perspectives, and advanced mental health systems to refine, reuse and relaunch in your own community.

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Who attends IMH

Now in its 24th year, the IMH Conference stands apart as a leading event in the international mental health community, attracting an incredible cross section of sector leaders, professionals and practitioners. Here’s a snapshot of the attendees:

  • Mental Health Leadership Strategy and Management: CEOS, Directors, Managers and Leaders
  • Mental Health Medical Professionals: Psychiatrists, Mental Health Nurses, GPs
  • Mental Health community: Peer workers, Program managers, Coordinators, advocates and ambassadors.
  • Allied Health: Psychologists, Counsellors, Social workers, Therapists, OTs, Support workers.
  • Education and Academia: Professors, Lecturers, Researchers and Students.
  • Government: Policy and advocacy

This is an international conference with delegates from not only Australia and New Zealand but the rest of the global mental health community.

Why attend IMH

Whether you’ve not yet attended a IMHC or you’ve joined the conference in the past and wish to attend again, know that the content prepared for you this year is outstanding – with a truly global focus on mental health industry challenges and opportunities

Understand the current challenges and opportunities for our sector

Hear as we discuss what is happening in the field vs what needs to happen to support our workers as they face unprecedented demand and challenges. Learn the most up-to-date research, data and evidence-based plans from around the world.

Stay up to date with future projections

Hear from experts on what the mental health workforce of the future looks like. Learn how we can support the longevity of our workforce and strategically manage our workforce.

Tap into more advanced work systems and care models

Access the latest tech advancements and industry innovations to improve multi-sectoral collaboration and service standards to support better mental health.

Feel connected to your global community of mental health industry professionals

Gather with likeminded sector professionals from both near and further afield to share stories, experiences and future plans for the sector.

Walk away with ideas, insights and data

Tune into the Mental Health Think Tank sessions with the aim to reuse and redevelop smart ideas from around the world.

Open your mind – expand your experience

Shift your perspective and learn how to embed culturally responsive models of care our Indigenous, First Nations and CALD communities from around the world.

Share, Collaborate and Listen

Collaborate with your peers and learn from others in the field. Have your voice, research or insights seen and heard either as a presenter, or during the interactive Pan-Shops. This is your chance to create transformation in our sector.

Take time out from your everyday to plan a stronger tomorrow

Take a break from your normal work week. We know you need it. Experience this event and get your fingers on the information which will allow you to provide exceptional mental health services to your community whilst fuelling your own desire for creating meaningful change in the industry.

Will I gain value?

Whether you’re new to the field (and new to IMH) or whether you’re a seasoned professional and you’ve attended IMH before, – this year is a whole new event with a true global focus and high calibre presenters sharing progressive, innovative examples of overcoming the hurdles our industry faces.

Join us and leave completely connected, inspired and excited by your peers and profession.

What your peers said about the International Mental Health Conference in 2022:

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“Absolutely amazing conference with a diverse range of speakers.”
- 2022 Delegate

trevor-buntin-Z5z2QJKQyi0-unsplash-web“Thanks for all the info I’ve had a fantastic time feeling refreshed and energized to go back for the workplace with ideas.”
- 2022 Delegate

michael-dam-mEZ3PoFGs_k-unsplash-web“I finally made it to the IMHC, and I was not disappointed. An excellent program and I made some amazing connections”
- 2022 Delegate

paul-kapischka-M58gP7tAM54-unsplash-web“This is a conference worth attending, great sessions and presentations, well organised and related to my work.”
- 2022 Delegate

imansyah-muhamad-putera-n4KewLKFOZw-unsplash-web“The 2022 IMHC was another great event, a fantastic opportunity to meet and learn from mental health professionals across the globe. Thank you to the ANZMHA.”
- 2022 Delegate

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“Very worthwhile, engaging workshops and inspiring speakers.”
- 2022 Delegate

Present at IMH

IMH23 will explore the theme: Collaborating and Innovating Globally to Increase Choice, Capacity, Diversity & Quality of Mental Health

As a presenter you will share your latest research, findings, ideas and insights with the wider mental health community both from across Australia and Internationally. This opportunity comes up once a year so please take this as your moment to apply to present now.

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Partner with IMH

Partner with IMH23 and expand your company’s exposure to Australian, New Zealand and International Mental Health professionals and the wider mental health industry. Showcase (and show off) the programs, services and initiatives which can help make all mental health professionals lives safer, easier and more supported. Our team can assist in creating custom partnership packages designed for your specific goals, so reach out today.

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Registration Options

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In-Person

3 DAY PROGRAM

$1,099 + GST

Early Bird Pricing Ends 21/04/2023

  • All keynote presentations
  • All concurrent presentations
  • Discounted accommodation rates
  • Access to interactive conference app
  • 5 star conference catering package
  • Access to exclusive networking functions
  • Complete online access to audio and visual presentations for 30 days post-event
  • Printed conference materials
  • Over 10 hours towards CPD points
  • Your personalised certificate of attendance
  • Exposure for your organisation
  • Plus, chances to win great prizes!

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Virtual

2 DAY PROGRAM

$399 + GST

Early Bird Pricing Ends 21/04/2023

  • Live streaming of all keynote presenters
  • Live streaming of all sessions in the plenary room over two day conference period
  • Virtual presentations
  • Complete online access to audio and visual presentations for 30 days*
  • Over 10 hours towards CPD points
  • Your personalised certificate of attendance

    *Access to all audio and visual presentations will be made available 5 business days after the conference has taken place, and will expire 30 days after access has been granted. Options to extend access will also be made available after 30 days.

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Venue & Accommodation

The conference venue and accommodation will be at RACV Royal Pines Resort, Gold Coast.

RACV Royal Pines Resort, Gold Coast
Ross St, Benowa QLD 4217

Networking Function

Date: Thursday 10 June 2023
Time: 5.00pm - 6.00pm
Cost: Included in your delegate registration. $80 for guests.
Catering: Drinks and canapes will be provided.

Accommodation Rates (GST inclusive)

Run of House Rooms  
Room Only $255
Room + Breakfast for One $285
Room + Breakfast for Two $315
Spa Suites (available only by request)
please contact us to book)
 
Room Only $335
Room + Breakfast for One $385
Room + Breakfast for Two $415

Scholarships

The ANZMHA is awarding 3 in-person and 10 virtual delegate scholarships to attend the 24th International Mental Health Conference in June. Applications for scholarships must be submitted by close of business Friday 14 April 2023. Please click here to find out the eligibility criteria and apply.
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    As an association that is a leader in mental health, we stand beside our First Nations people in both Australia and New Zealand to empower their people and communities to improve their wellbeing. We support our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Australia and Maori people in New Zealand/Aotearoa and acknowledge the beauty, strength and uniqueness in their people and cultures. We celebrate their diversity and acknowledge that we work, walk and talk on your lands and we thank and pay yindyamarra/whakaute/respect to your ancestors, Elders and people. Our association will work to continue to amplify voices and empower communities to improve the mental health within First Nations people in both countries.