Preventive Mental Health Conference 2026
'Doing Better – Working together to promote and protect
the mental health and wellbeing of people in Australia.'
Tuesday 24 to Wednesday 25 March 2026
Novotel Parramatta
Parramatta (Sydney)/Dharug Country, NSW
#PMHC2026
Sponsors & Exhibitors
We would like to thank the following sponsors and exhibitors for their support of the Preventive Mental Health Conference 2026.​​​​​​
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You too can support the event - Learn more about our Engagement Opportunities.
Principal Sponsor
Department of Health, Disability and Ageing
A: GPO Box 9848, Canberra, ACT 2601
E: enquiries@health.gov.au
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The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing supports the Australian Government to lead and shape Australia’s health, disability and aged care systems through evidence-based policy, well targeted programs, and best practice regulation. The department’s vision is to deliver better health and wellbeing for all Australians, now and for future generations.​
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Special Support Sponsor
Wellbeing Promotion Office (Victorian Department of Health)
Contact: Kellie Horton - Director, Policy, Equity and Prevention
A: 50 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
E: wellbeingpromotion@health.vic.gov.au
W: https://www.health.vic.gov.au/mental-health-reform/recommendation-2
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The Wellbeing Promotion Office (in the Victorian Department of Health) coordinates a statewide approach to promoting wellbeing and preventing mental illness, bringing communities, service providers and government together to strengthen our focus on prevention, promotion and healing. Key responsibilities include delivering on the priorities in the Wellbeing Strategy and delivering Social Inclusion Action Groups (to drive community participation, social inclusion and connection).​
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Affiliation Sponsor
Be Well Co.
Contact: Dr. Joep van Agteren - CEO
A: 77 Pacific Hwy, North Sydney, NSW 2060
T: 1300 857 425
E: joep@bewellco.io
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Be Well Co is a leader in wellbeing science. We actively conduct research on the topic of mental health promotion, which is used to inform our evidence-based training and underpins the consultancy services we deliver to government and the mental health sector. We equip professionals and organisations with knowledge, practical skills and tools to improve know-how and capability. Our focus is simple: align science with application to create lasting, meaningful impact across organisations and the wider community.
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Affiliation Sponsor
Queensland Mental Health Commission
Contact: Brett Stevens - Senior Policy Officer
A: PO Box 13027 George Street, QLD 4003
T: 1300 855 945
E: Brett.Stevens@qmhc.qld.gov.au
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The Queensland Mental Health Commission is responsible for driving reform of the mental health, alcohol and other drug and suicide prevention systems.
Our job is to encourage and facilitate change to improve the mental health and wellbeing of all Queenslanders, with a focus on promoting positive mental health and wellbeing, and preventing and reducing the impact of mental ill-health, alcohol and other drug-related harms and suicide.
It takes collective action to achieve reform and we work with government and non-government agencies, people with lived-living experience, families, carers and supporters to engage, inform and inspire reform.
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Affiliation Sponsor
Open Minds
Contact: Jon Mewett - General Manager Business Development & Innovation
A: Open Minds Head Office, 269 Padstow Road, Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113
T: 0435 217 197
E: jon.mewett@vertaview.org.au
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Open Minds is a longstanding community organisation dedicated to empowering people with mental health needs and psychosocial disabilities to reach their goals and live a fulfilling life. With more than 110 years of service, we provide life-changing person centred supports across Queensland and New South Wales, offering programs in adult and youth mental health, psychosocial disability, and suicide prevention. Our mission focuses on inclusive care, lived experience insights, and strengthening community wellbeing. Our programs provide everything from general living assistance to round-the-clock supports, community support, housing and accommodation, and more, enabling an independent and positive future for those who need it.
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Affiliation Sponsor
ARACY
Contact: Adam Valvasori - Lead, Advocacy
A: GPO Box 2807, Canberra ACT 2601
T: 0414 612 274
E: adam.valvasori@aracy.org.au
ARACY champions the wellbeing of all Australian children and young people to thrive. Our approach is guided by The Nest – a holistic framework for child and youth wellbeing, where mental health is one of six interconnected domains. We bring together evidence, lived experience and ideas to strengthen prevention, early intervention and equity across the systems that shape childhood – health, education and family supports. Young and Wise is our youth voice and co-design initiative, elevating lived experience so systems hear what young people need to thrive in Australia today. We’re open to partnerships that turn youth insight into change.
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Affiliation Sponsor
Australian Clinical Psychology Association
Contact: Monique Kirtley - Membership Coordinator
A: PO Box 111, Broadway NSW 2007
T: 0491 726 106
E: membership@acpa.org.au
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ACPA is the national professional body for clinical psychologists. We represent and support highly qualified mental health professionals through professional development, professional support and peer connection. ACPA advocates for equitable access to expert psychological care and works to strengthen the clinical psychology workforce to improve mental health outcomes across Australia.
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Affiliation Sponsor
Australian Social Prescribing Institute of Research and Education
Contact: Niall McCulloch - Executive Operations Coordinator
A: Suite 6, 12 Foiveaux St, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010
T: +61 2 8599 2610
E: secretariat@sp.edu.au
W: www.creatingopportunitiestogether.com.au
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ASPIRE (Australian Social Prescribing Institute of Research and Education) is dedicated to creating positive change by ensuring everyone has access to the resources and support they need for a happy, healthy life. We champion the high-quality delivery and standardisation of social prescribing across Australia, working to embed best practices that improve health and wellbeing. ASPIRE believes that implementing social prescribing will not only empower individuals but also alleviate pressure on Australia’s healthcare system. Through research, education, and collaboration, we strive to make social prescribing a cornerstone of holistic care nationwide.
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Exhibitor
Everymind
Contact: Kate Campbell - Engagement and Program Manager
A: PO Box 833, Newcastle, NSW, 2300
T: 02 4924 6900
E: Kate.Campbell3@health.nsw.gov.au
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Everymind is a leading institute dedicated to the prevention of mental ill-health and suicide, with a vision of empowering people and organisations to implement change –for themselves, for each other and for the future.
The Institute has a long-standing reputation for designing, implementing and evaluating tailored policy advice, research, and programs.
Everymind works with the media, workplaces and families and caregivers, to bridge the knowledge to practice gap in the prevention of mental ill-health and suicide so that fewer people are impacted in the future.
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Exhibitor
Beyond Blue
Contact: Rebecca Lee - Advocacy and Equity Manager
A: GPO Box 1883, Melbourne, VIC, 3001
T: 03 9810 6100
E: bb@beyondblue.org.au
W: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
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Beyond Blue is one of Australia’s most well-known, trusted, and visited mental health organisations. Our Vision is that all people in Australia achieve their best possible mental health. Our role is to work with the community to improve mental health and make it easier for people to feel better earlier, get well, and stay well. We are a big blue door for many in the community: a safe and reliable place for people to access information, advice and support – whether they’re well and want to stay well, unsettled or struggling and need support, or in recovery and want to reconnect.
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Exhibitor
Aurora BioScience
Contact: Nicky Woolfson - Marketing Manager
T: 03 9810 6100
E: nicky@aurorabioscience.com.au
W: www.aurorabioscience.com.au​
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Aurora BioScience is a leading medical device distribution company based in Sydney, Australia, with a strong presence across Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands, and Southeast Asia. Committed to advancing patient care, it builds long-term partnerships with innovative manufacturers to deliver high-quality devices that improve outcomes and experiences.
Its portfolio spans Helmer Scientific temperature control solutions for hospitals and blood banks; MaxQ thermal shippers; oncology supportive care like DigniCap scalp cooling, and IceCold gloves/socks; plus, the latest neurology innovation addition, the Flow Neuroscience tDCS headset - a Class IIa medical device for at-home treatment of major depressive disorder, combining brain stimulation with behavioural therapy. Aurora empowers clinicians and patients for over 20 years.
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Exhibitor
The MacKillop Institute
Contact: Alison Vincent – Digital Marketing Communications Advisor
A: 237 Cecil Street, South Melbourne, VIC, 3205
T: 1300 379 569
E: institute@mackillop.org.au
W: www.mackillopinstitute.org.au
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For over 170 years, MacKillop has led the way in child and adult safety and wellbeing. Our evidence-informed professional learning equips educators, community service professionals, government and business leaders with practical tools to prevent harm, recognise warning signs, intervene early and respond effectively to stress and trauma. We help organisations build cultures of care, resilience, and psychological safety where all staff and young people can thrive.
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Exhibitor
Confyde
Contact: Pete Smith - Founder
T: 0403 810 901
E: pete@confyde.io
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Confyde is a platform that enables organisations to monitor and support the mental health of their people. Through confidential mental health check-ins, users can reach out to designated peer supports and access customised mental health resources. Organisations receive data driven insights into the overall wellbeing of their people and can take proactive steps through Confyde’s unique support features.
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Co-Host & Exhibitor
Prevention United
E: info@preventionunited.org.au
W: https://preventionunited.org.au/
We're different. Unlike other mental health organisations in Australia, we have an exclusive focus on promoting mental wellbeing and preventing mental health conditions – across the entire spectrum of conditions. ​By 2050 we aim to prevent 1 million mental health conditions in Australia. At present nearly 1 in 2 Australians will experience a mental health condition in their lifetime. We believe this rate is unacceptably high and something must be done, starting now.​ Ultimately, we envision a world free of mental health conditions. That might sound like a fanciful statement but, even if preventing every single mental health condition turns out to be impossible, we believe it’s still worth a shot.
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Co-Host & Exhibitor
Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA) & Mental Health Special Interest Group (MH SIG)
A: PO Box 319, Curtin, ACT, 2605
T: 02 6285 2373
E: events@phaa.net.au
W: https://www.phaa.net.au/ - Mental Health SIG
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​The Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA) is recognised as the principal non-government organisation for public health in Australia and works to promote the health and well-being of all Australians. The Association seeks better population health outcomes based on prevention, the social determinants of health and equity principles. PHAA is a national organisation comprising around 1900 individual members and representing over 40 professional groups concerned with the promotion of health at a population level. ​​Via our conferences, workshops, forums and other member events, we bring together those seeking to debate scientific evidence, policy and program evaluation and options for the further and better development of public health in Australia.​
At PMHC 2026, our Mental Health SIG will be holding a stand. The Mental Health SIG aims to take a population, rather than individual approach to advocating for mental health promotion and the prevention, treatment and management of mental disorders. At the same time, we recognise that certain populations are at greater risk of poor mental health and require more targeted support and advocacy. The Mental Health SIG committee, along with their members, responds to emerging and ongoing issues relevant to mental health primarily through generating evidence-based position and policy statements, submissions and supporting the work of other organisations.
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