The International Mental Health Conference brings together a curated selection of global developments, trends, expertise, and experiences in mental health providing attendees with a comprehensive view of the sector’s future direction. Over two days participants can engage with more than 60 presentations and experiences on the cutting edge of trends and ways to apply new knowledge effectively.

This year’s theme is ‘From Local Communities to Global Perspectives: Reimagining and Revolutionising Mental Health’ exploring a range of topics including:

• Interdisciplinary approaches: from community engagement to educational enhancement
• Revolutionising mental health: innovations, challenges, and global perspectives
• Transformative support: new approaches and emerging therapies
• Strengthening lived experience and community support: advocacy, research and system transformation
• Inclusive practices: supporting LGBTIQ+ and CALD communities
• First Nations and Indigenous-led
• Innovations in workplace mental health and wellbeing: research to action
• Bridging gaps: addressing the needs of diverse populations
• Navigating the digital age: AI, social media and cybersecurity in mental health
• Mental health policy, funding and equity
• Global mental health, wellbeing crises: responding to emerging challenges

Speak to the eMHPrac team and pick up some resources at our trade booth or see eMHPrac Director Heidi Sturk present on ‘Digital Hype or Help? Unpacking the Evidence behind Digital Solutions’.

Heidi Sturk is also on the International Mental Health Conference Committee this year and will be chairing a session on ‘Navigating the Digital Age: AI, Social Media and Cybersecurity in Mental Health’