Services coming together to provide better mental health outcomes for our rural and remote communities.
Discover the most innovative and implementable tools by leading experts in one convenient location.
Wednesday 8th to Friday 10th November, 2023 | Commercial Club Albury, NSW |
Suicide rates have increased in regional Australia, up from 15.5 deaths per 100,000 in 2020, while rates in capital cities have fallen from 10.3 deaths per 100,000.
33% of FIFO workers report 'high' or 'very high' levels of psychological distress.
There has been an increase in probable serious mental illness amongst rural young people from 20.9 per cent to 27 per cent.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, 62.2 per cent of whom live in rural areas, have twice the suicide rate of non-Indigenous people in Australia.
Statistics: health.gov.au, ReachOut, Suicide Prevention Australia
The stats don’t lie.
The unfortunate truth is that people living in rural areas face many barriers to accessing mental health care services. Rural locations see limited practitioners and professional services spread too thin. Combine this with an increase in demand for services over recent years and rural communities are at a disadvantage when it comes to seeking care.
But this is not news to you. You, more than most understand the real issues facing our rural communities.
So, what do we do about it?
Join the Rural Mental Health Conference as we explore the now and the future of mental health prevention and treatment in our rural communities.
At the Rural Mental Health Conference, you and your peers will explore the real issues which are impacting our rural communities right now. Then, be a part of planning how we overcome these obstacles and lend your voice to creating a positive path towards greater prevention and treatment of mental health in our rural communities.
In 2023, our conference theme is:
Justice and equity: Issues and solutions for Rural and Remote Mental Health
Our mission at RMHC is to connect you with the most advanced and adaptable mental health service solutions which you can use right away in your rural community. You will walk away from this conference knowing it was the most valuable and inspiring two days in your year, and it has equipped you with the skills and ideas you need to make big changes – for yourself, your clients, and your community.
Yes! The Rural Mental Health Conference is for you, if you’re looking for:
Application based presentations to leave you with practical tools to create immediate and positive changes. | |
Networking with like-minded multi-sector professionals to discover best practice solutions. | |
Inspiration from current research, top professionals and community leaders in rural mental health. | |
A platform to share your research, services, and case studies with the leaders in rural mental health. | |
A space to collaborate with and support likeminded professionals and services to deliver better outcomes to rural communities. | |
A break away from your every-day to think bigger, creatively and strategically. |
Join us and walk away from the event connected, inspired and excited by your sector, it’s professionals and its future.
RMHC will explore the theme: Justice and equity: Issues and solutions for Rural and Remote Mental Health.
As a presenter you will share your latest research, findings, ideas and insights with the rural mental health community. This is your chance to lend your voice to the current challenges faced by the sector and provide real-world case studies, solutions and new approaches to creating safe, thriving communities. This opportunity comes up once a year so please take this as your moment to apply to present now.
Partner with RMHC23 and expand your organisation’s connection to our conference delegates including rural allied and mental health care professionals, rural community leaders and the decision makers leading the way in changing the face of rural mental health.
Showcase (and show off) the programs, services and initiatives which can help make all rural communities and the mental health care workers who support our rural communities safer. Our team can assist in creating custom partnership packages designed for your specific goals, so reach out today.
3 DAY PROGRAM
Early Bird Pricing Ends 29/09/2023
Please fill in your details below to begin your registration.
3 DAY PROGRAM
Early Bird Pricing Ends 29/09/2023
Please fill in your details below to begin your registration.
3 DAY PROGRAM
A saving of $440 per person
Please fill in your details below to begin your registration.
The 2023 Rural Mental Health Conference will be held at the Commercial Club Albury.
Networking Function
Date: Thursday 9th November 2023
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cost: Included in your delegate registration. $66 for guests.
Catering: Drinks and canapes will be provided.
Accommodation at Atura Albury (1min walk from the Commercial Club) can be booked during registration.
Deluxe King Room | $162 |
Deluxe King Room with breakfast for one | $184 |
Deluxe King Room with breakfast for two | $206 |