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Gender segregation causing inadequate remuneration for our sector

| #ThursdayThoughts (Note: in this article, we will primarily refer to men and women, or male and female, as this is how most available data is presen…

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ACT Mental Health Sector Update: 2 March 2023

In this edition, read about how to have your say in developing the ACT Government’s Mental Health Workforce Strategy action plan, advocacy on ho…

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ACT Mental Health Sector Update: 16 February 2023

In this edition, you can read MHCC ACT’s latest publication , and the excellent work being done by our members. You’ll also find informati…

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ACT Mental Health Sector Update: 2 February 2023

In this edition, you can read about the Federal Government’s latest announcements on mental health, and the excellent work being done by our mem…

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ACT Mental Health Sector Update: 19 January 2023

Welcome to the new-look ACT Mental Health Sector update! In this edition, you can read about what 2023 holds for MHCC ACT. You’ll also find info…

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Embracing only the biological ignores the psychosocial, to the detriment of all

In recent decades, the discussion around mental health has shifted significantly to pharmacological remedies and a strong focus on biological causes. …

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ACT Mental Health Sector Update: 22 December 2022

This is the final edition of the Sector Update for 2022! You’ll find information on upcoming training, surveys, submissions, grants and opportun…

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Media release

Crucial mental health services forgotten by government, likely to close

| Joint media release with Woden Community Service. Proven services to help people tackle severe mental health challenges will likely have to close in…

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ACT Mental Health Sector Update: 8 December 2022

In this edition, read about how you can help us advocate for our sector, and get details of our Christmas shutdown. You’ll also find information…

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ACT Mental Health Sector Update: 24 November 2022

In this edition, read about help us advocate for our sector, and join us in celebrating a well-deserved accolade for one of our members. You’ll …

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