VICTORIANS are being invited to share their experiences, views and ideas to improve Victoria\u2019s mental health system.<\/p>\n
Last week, the Royal Commission into Victoria\u2019s mental health system opened a new portal that allows people to share their contributions online as a written submission, images, audio or video content.<\/p>\n
The Commission is seeking input from the whole community.<\/p>\n
Contributions can be brief comments, or longer more formal submissions.<\/p>\n
The submission process takes users through a series of questions on reducing stigma and discrimination, preventing suicide, early intervention and how people access and experience treatment and support.<\/p>\n
With a target of broad and meaningful engagement, the Commission wants to create a future mental health system that meets the needs of all Victorians.<\/p>\n
In addition to taking submissions, the Commission is running a series of community consultation sessions around rural, regional and metropolitan locations during April and May.<\/p>\n
Penny Armytage is chairing the Royal Commission, and is supported by commissioners Professor Bernadette McSherry, Professor Allan Fels and Dr Alex Cockram.<\/p>\n
The Royal Commission will deliver its interim report in November this year, with the final report delivered in October 2020.<\/p>\n
To have your say, learn about coming consultations and to stay up to date with the Royal Commission\u2019s activities, head to rcvmhs.vic.gov.au.<\/p>\n
Formal submissions close on July 5. If you have any questions or need help to make a submission, phone 1800 00 11 34.<\/p>\n
If you or a family member has immediate concerns or requires assistance, phone beyondblue on 1300 224 636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
VICTORIANS are being invited to share their experiences, views and ideas to improve Victoria\u2019s mental health system. Last week, the Royal Commission into Victoria\u2019s mental health system opened a new portal that allows people to share their contributions online as a written submission, images, audio or video content. The Commission is seeking input from the […]<\/p>\n