This submission outlines an opportunity for the ACT to invest in creating a mental health system that prioritises prevention, early intervention, and recovery – delivered in the community, where holistic, person-centred, lived experience informed and human rights-informed care can thrive.

We propose a series of actions that will deliver better mental health and wellbeing outcomes for the ACT. We ask that these points be considered as Ministers make decisions on the 2026-27 Territory budget.