We know that people across and beyond the mental health and wellbeing sector are eager to participate in the design and delivery of the reformed mental health and wellbeing system.
We are continuing to develop new resources to support your participation, and further information and materials will be published on this site the coming weeks and months, including details about our reform implementation plan for the next 12 months.
In response to your feedback we have produced a calendar of upcoming engagement opportunities including workshops, expressions of interest, tender processes and other chances to contribute to the mental health and wellbeing system reforms.
Please note that the timing, locations and nature of planned activities may change due to the sequencing of reform activities, or other factors that may impact participation.
We update this calendar at least monthly but may make revisions outside this schedule in the event of significant changes to planned activities.
Please email the nominated contact if you have any questions about a planned engagement activity.
Engagement calendar
This calendar reflects the most up-to-date view of upcoming mental health and wellbeing engagement opportunities, including consultations, EOI processes and tenders.
Targeted engagement refers to engagement activities where we are seeking input from priority groups and cohorts. In many cases, we will be working with peak bodies and organisations that represent those communities to identify participants, including people with lived and living experience.
Open engagement refers to public engagement activities where anybody with an interest in the work is welcome to contribute. Where available, we will provide a link to where you can find out more about the engagement and how to participate.
Last updated: 10 January 2023.
January 2023
Initiative | Details of engagement | Contact |
|---|---|---|
Diverse Communities' Framework and Blueprint Relates to Recommendation 34: Working in partnership with and improving access for diverse communities | Open consultation mechanism via the Community Engagement Toolkit. Organisations/Individuals can download this document and have their own conversations with their networks. Download the Toolkit on the Diverse Communities Framework and Blueprint web page. | Monica Kelly |
Mental Health and Wellbeing Workforce Capability Framework Relates to: Recommendation 58: Workforce capabilities and professional development | Targeted conversations with learning and development specialists and subject matter experts to inform the implementation of the Workforce Capability Framework | Eleanor Williams & Nicole Lynch |
February 2023
Initiative | Details of engagement | Contact |
|---|---|---|
Mental Health and Wellbeing Workforce Capability Framework Relates to: Recommendation 58: Workforce capabilities and professional development | Targeted conversations with learning and development specialists and subject matter experts to inform the implementation of the Workforce Capability Framework | Eleanor Williams & Nicole Lynch |
Allied Health Mental Health Reference Group Relates to: Recommendation 57: Workforce strategy, planning and structural reforms | Quarterly meetings to support allied health workforce growth and development. | Eleanor Williams & Nicole Lynch Executive Director Strategy and Policy mentalhealth@health.vic.gov.au |
Mental Health Workforce Safety and Wellbeing Committee Relates to: Recommendation 59: Workforce safety and wellbeing | Quarterly meetings to provide advice on the occupational health, safety and wellbeing risks of the mental health and wellbeing workforce. | Eleanor Williams & Nicole Lynch |
Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals Relates to: Recommendation 3: Establishing a responsive and integrated mental health and wellbeing system | Advertised Call for submission for Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals In line with usual Department of Health procurement practice, a market briefing will take place that will provide detailed information on the procurement process for the next tranche of Local Services. Providers that intend to submit for future services and other interested parties can register at Buying for to be kept up to date. | Mia Bromley Executive Director Mental Health & AOD system management mentalhealth@health.vic.gov.au |
Suicide Prevention and Response Strategy (SPARO) Relates to: Recommendation 26: Governance arrangements for suicide prevention and response efforts | Targeted workshops to inform the development of the new Suicide Prevention and Response Strategy. | Monica Kelly |
Overview of further engagement activities (March and April 2023)
- State-wide Youth Forensic Mental Health Service model
- State-wide Service and Capital Plan
- Family and Carer-led Centres
Reviewed 16 January 2023