With 1 in 5 people suffering from mental illness, the impact and cost to our workplace is increasing at an alarming rate. Organisations are struggling to influence positive change in workplace mental health – and it’s the leaders who are responsible for prioritising the conversation. To start the conversation and make change happen, this symposium provided access for HR professionals, business leaders and mental health workers to the latest tools and knowledge to build a thriving organisation. The premiere 2019 Workplace Mental Health Symposium represents the beginning of a journey to build a culture of well-being in all workplaces.