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Founder
Kaiarahi Cultural Collective
Former Director of the Office of Suicide Prevention
Ministry of Health New Zealand 
Director Instructor Delivery and Quality Manager – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander MHFA Programs Chief Executive Officer
Panellists:
Kerry Russell
Beyond the Pale
Lynette Anderson
Mental Health First Aid International
Jacob Leo Skilling
The Broken Movement Trust NZ
Instructor Delivery and Quality Manager – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander MHFA Programs
Mental Health First Aid International
Director
Beyond the Pale Indigenous Organisation
Director
Beyond the Pale Indigenous Organisation
Chief Executive Officer
The Broken Movement Trust – NZ
Darren Finn
Manager
Sapphire Academy of Sports
Chief Executive Officer
Mind Blank
This workshop explores the use of digital mental health services, resources and tools, with a focus on SEWB resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Participants will learn how to identify safe and high-quality online resources, how to
integrate into healthcare delivery and how to overcome key barriers.
Key takeaways:
Workforce training and development
WellMob website, University of Sydney (EMHPrac)
Director
WellMob, University Centre for Rural Health, University of Sydney
Chief Executive Officer
Mind Blank
Chief Executive Officer
Prevention United
Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care, Assistant Minister for Indigenous Health
Australian Federal Government
Virtual presentation
Chief Psychiatrist of Victoria
Victorian Department of Health
Chief Psychiatrist
Office of the Chief Psychiatrist ACT
Chief Psychiatrist
Office of the Chief Psychiatrist WA
Mental Health Commissionert
Mental Health Commissioner for South Australia
Queensland Mental Health Commissioner
Queensland Government
Director
Beyond the Pale Indigenous Organisation
Chief Executive Officer
The Broken Movement Trust New Zealand
Founder
Kaiarahi Cultural Collective
Director
Paylos
Melissa Neal
Director, Wellbeing & Priority Populations
COORDINARE – South Eastern NSW PHN
Courtney Cross
Project Coordinator, Regional Peer Workforce- Mental Health Commissioning
COORDINARE – South Eastern NSW PHN
Clinton Bennelll
Strategy, Policy and Partnership Lead
First Nations Healing
Manager Cultural and Community Engagement
Foundation for Indigenous Sustainable Health (FISH)
Chief Executive Officer
Goondir Health Services
Chief Executive Officer
Parkerville Children and Youth Care
Chief Executive Officer
Families Australia
Executive Manager Children’s Services
Relationships Australia South Australia
Executive Manager – Education, Youth, and Disability Services
Office of the Chief Relationships Australia South Australia
*Virtual presenter
Counsellor, case worker and cultural program
The Glen Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Centre
Join us for an unforgettable evening of connection and conversation at the Networking Dinner for the 8th National Social and Emotional Wellbeing Forum.
Set against the rich history of the Birrarung (Yarra), Big Esso offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a tailored native ingredients presentation – engage your senses by seeing, touching and tasting as you dine. Share the thoughtfully curated experience with like-minded professionals, thought leaders and advocates dedicated to driving change in the mental health sector across Australia.
Whether you’re looking to build meaningful relationships, share ideas, or simply enjoy a night of inspiration among peers, this dinner promises to be a highlight of the forum.
Don’t miss this chance to deepen your connections and be part of the conversations shaping the future of social and emotional wellbeing.
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Chief Executive Officer
Family Life
Chief Executive
Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network
Chief Executive Officer
Family Life
Chief Executive Officer
Parkerville Children and Youth Care
General Manager
Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network
Chief Executive Officer
The Broken Movement Trust NZ
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Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Yiliyapinya Indigenous Corporation
Crew Champion
Youth Live4Life
Chief Executive Officer
Youth Live4Life
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Founder and Chief Executive Officer
What Were You Wearing
Founder
UrVoice Australia
Chief Executive Officer
Families Australia
Victorian Co-ordinator
Thirrili – Indigenous Suicide Postvention Service
Chief Executive Officer
The Dandenong and District Aborigines Co-operative Ltd (DDACL)
Social and Emotional Wellbeing and Partnerships Manager
SANE
Member of Council of Elders
Australian Department of Health and Aged Care
Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner
Department of Health and Aged Care
Chief Executive Officer and Founder
The SeniorsChannel
CHIEF Executive Officer
Meaningful Aging Australia
Manager – Aboriginal Health Programs
The Dandenong and District Aborigines Co-operative Ltd (DDACL)
Regional Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Senior Lead
Eastern Melbourne PHN
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Nas Recovery Centre (NRC
Regional mental health and suicide prevention coordinator
Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network
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Chief Executive Officer
Mind Blank
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Measuring and communicating social impact has become a critical requirement for organisations aiming to inform strategic decisions, engage stakeholders and maintain transparency. However, many struggle with capturing meaningful data, balancing funder requirements with community-centred approaches and addressing complex, intangible outcomes like identity, values, and spiritual beliefs.
For Indigenous communities, these challenges are amplified by the need for culturally respectful practices and recognition of Indigenous data sovereignty—ensuring their rights over the collection, ownership, and use of data about their people and lands.
This practical and interactive workshop offers actionable strategies to address these challenges. Participants will learn how to collate, store and report data to assess program effectiveness, drive continuous improvement and meet funding requirements. The session also explores embedding identity and cultural values in case management while reframing outcomes measurement to be client-centric and aligned with community priorities
Attend this practical workshop and learn how to:
Managing Director and Founder
For-Purpose Evaluations
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Co-designing is often difficult due to the power imbalances, limited resources and cultural differences that can hinder genuine collaboration. Building trust and meaningful partnerships with diverse stakeholders requires time and sustained commitment, often constrained by competing priorities and funding.
Delegates of this interactive workshop will gain the tools and knowledge to begin the journey towards their own co-designed frameworks. Participants will learn how to meaningfully engage with communities, empower lived experiences and establish collaborative processes that lead to sustainable and inclusive mental health solutions.
Attend this practical workshop and learn how to:
Director
Paylos
Founder
Kaiarahi Cultural Collective
Former Director of the Office of Suicide Prevention
Ministry of Health New Zealand
Director Instructor Delivery and Quality Manager – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander MHFA Programs Chief Executive Officer
Panellists:
Kerry Russell
Beyond the Pale
Lynette Anderson
Mental Health First Aid International
Jacob Leo Skilling
The Broken Movement Trust NZ
Instructor Delivery and Quality Manager – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander MHFA Programs
Mental Health First Aid International
Director
Beyond the Pale Indigenous Organisation
Director
Beyond the Pale Indigenous Organisation
Chief Executive Officer
The Broken Movement Trust – NZ
Darren Finn
Manager
Sapphire Academy of Sports
Chief Executive Officer
Mind Blank
This workshop explores the use of digital mental health services, resources and tools, with a focus on SEWB resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Participants will learn how to identify safe and high-quality online resources, how to
integrate into healthcare delivery and how to overcome key barriers.
Key takeaways:
Workforce training and development
WellMob website, University of Sydney (EMHPrac)
Director
WellMob, University Centre for Rural Health, University of Sydney
Chief Executive Officer
Mind Blank
Chief Executive Officer
Prevention United
Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care, Assistant Minister for Indigenous Health
Australian Federal Government
Virtual presentation
Chief Psychiatrist of Victoria
Victorian Department of Health
Chief Psychiatrist
Office of the Chief Psychiatrist ACT
Chief Psychiatrist
Office of the Chief Psychiatrist WA
Mental Health Commissionert
Mental Health Commissioner for South Australia
Queensland Mental Health Commissioner
Queensland Government
Director
Beyond the Pale Indigenous Organisation
Chief Executive Officer
The Broken Movement Trust New Zealand
Founder
Kaiarahi Cultural Collective
Director
Paylos
Melissa Neal
Director, Wellbeing & Priority Populations
COORDINARE – South Eastern NSW PHN
Courtney Cross
Project Coordinator, Regional Peer Workforce- Mental Health Commissioning
COORDINARE – South Eastern NSW PHN
Clinton Bennelll
Strategy, Policy and Partnership Lead
First Nations Healing
Manager Cultural and Community Engagement
Foundation for Indigenous Sustainable Health (FISH)
Chief Executive Officer
Goondir Health Services
Chief Executive Officer
Parkerville Children and Youth Care
Chief Executive Officer
Families Australia
Executive Manager Children’s Services
Relationships Australia South Australia
Executive Manager – Education, Youth, and Disability Services
Office of the Chief Relationships Australia South Australia
*Virtual presenter
Counsellor, case worker and cultural program
The Glen Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Centre
Join us for an unforgettable evening of connection and conversation at the Networking Dinner for the 8th National Social and Emotional Wellbeing Forum.
Set against the rich history of the Birrarung (Yarra), Big Esso offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a tailored native ingredients presentation – engage your senses by seeing, touching and tasting as you dine. Share the thoughtfully curated experience with like-minded professionals, thought leaders and advocates dedicated to driving change in the mental health sector across Australia.
Whether you’re looking to build meaningful relationships, share ideas, or simply enjoy a night of inspiration among peers, this dinner promises to be a highlight of the forum.
Don’t miss this chance to deepen your connections and be part of the conversations shaping the future of social and emotional wellbeing.
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Chief Executive Officer
Family Life
Chief Executive
Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network
Chief Executive Officer
Family Life
Chief Executive Officer
Parkerville Children and Youth Care
General Manager
Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network
Chief Executive Officer
The Broken Movement Trust NZ
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Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Yiliyapinya Indigenous Corporation
Crew Champion
Youth Live4Life
Chief Executive Officer
Youth Live4Life
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Lorem ipsum
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
What Were You Wearing
Founder
UrVoice Australia
Chief Executive Officer
Families Australia
Victorian Co-ordinator
Thirrili – Indigenous Suicide Postvention Service
Chief Executive Officer
The Dandenong and District Aborigines Co-operative Ltd (DDACL)
Social and Emotional Wellbeing and Partnerships Manager
SANE
Member of Council of Elders
Australian Department of Health and Aged Care
Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner
Department of Health and Aged Care
Chief Executive Officer and Founder
The SeniorsChannel
CHIEF Executive Officer
Meaningful Aging Australia
Manager – Aboriginal Health Programs
The Dandenong and District Aborigines Co-operative Ltd (DDACL)
Regional Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Senior Lead
Eastern Melbourne PHN
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Nas Recovery Centre (NRC
Regional mental health and suicide prevention coordinator
Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network
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Chief Executive Officer
Mind Blank
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Measuring and communicating social impact has become a critical requirement for organisations aiming to inform strategic decisions, engage stakeholders and maintain transparency. However, many struggle with capturing meaningful data, balancing funder requirements with community-centred approaches and addressing complex, intangible outcomes like identity, values, and spiritual beliefs.
For Indigenous communities, these challenges are amplified by the need for culturally respectful practices and recognition of Indigenous data sovereignty—ensuring their rights over the collection, ownership, and use of data about their people and lands.
This practical and interactive workshop offers actionable strategies to address these challenges. Participants will learn how to collate, store and report data to assess program effectiveness, drive continuous improvement and meet funding requirements. The session also explores embedding identity and cultural values in case management while reframing outcomes measurement to be client-centric and aligned with community priorities
Attend this practical workshop and learn how to:
Managing Director and Founder
For-Purpose Evaluations
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Co-designing is often difficult due to the power imbalances, limited resources and cultural differences that can hinder genuine collaboration. Building trust and meaningful partnerships with diverse stakeholders requires time and sustained commitment, often constrained by competing priorities and funding.
Delegates of this interactive workshop will gain the tools and knowledge to begin the journey towards their own co-designed frameworks. Participants will learn how to meaningfully engage with communities, empower lived experiences and establish collaborative processes that lead to sustainable and inclusive mental health solutions.
Attend this practical workshop and learn how to:
Director
Paylos
We’re in the process of bringing together the best of the best for the 2025 agenda. Be the first to hear about the latest updates by registering your interest on the link below as the 8th Social and Emotional Wellbeing Forum returns bigger & better with a fresh new look and dynamic line up of local and international speakers in 2025.
