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Sharing Mind-Life at IMHC25, and why it mattered.

  • jennim145
  • 3 days ago
  • 2 min read

Recently, Mind‑Life advocates Jenni Miners, Jill Tinker and Bridges CEO, Sharon Sarah had the privilege to be front and centre at the 2025 International Mental Health Conference (IMHC25), held 4-5th June at The Langham Gold Coast in Surfers Paradise. Framed by the theme “From Local Communities to Global Perspectives: Reimagining & Revolutionising Mental Health”, this event drew over 60 presentations and delegates worldwide, creating a powerful platform to share the “Mind-Life Way” and the NEW online learning modules to assist with Mind-Life’s free downloadable resources.

IMHC25’s interdisciplinary focus meant that Mind‑Life could honestly highlight the experiences of people living with disability and mental health challenges in regional communities across Queensland.


Over two rich days, we engaged with psychologists, social workers, peer support specialists, disability advocates, Australian organisations wanting to improve their systems and training, even government policy teams. Sharing Mind‑Life’s free downloadable resources and new online learning modules opened doors to possible multi‑sector collaboration and future partnerships. Not only that but it opened people’s eyes to another side of the story which they may not have experienced first-hand, the lived-experience side.


With a strong emphasis on lived‑experience perspectives, Mind‑Life’s content spoke directly to influencers shaping policy and practice. These discussions we hope will drive lasting, systemic change.


From early morning coffees to break-time chats, we connected with others passionate about transforming how mental health, disability, and wellbeing intersect.


What We Gained and What’s Next?


1. Fresh ideas to embed in Mind‑Life

Conversations at conferences fuel our creative spark. We discovered new digital tools, workplace wellbeing strategies, and culturally responsive practices - insights we’ll integrate into upcoming articles, webinars, and resources.


2. Strengthened strategic partnerships

Discussions with organisations like R U OK?, Queensland Surf Life Saving, and Mental Health businesses paved the way for ongoing collaborations, resource sharing, and cross-promotion of campaigns.


3. Advocacy impact in motion

Engaging with policymakers, academics, and people with lived experience means our voice will continue shaping national decision-making. IMHC25 marked the first step in influencing mental-health policy through intersectional, inclusive advocacy.



Final Reflections

IMHC25 wasn’t just a conference - it was a catalyst. Mind‑Life returned home:

  • Recharged and deeply inspired

  • Equipped with global perspectives grounded in local lived experience

  • Energised by new friendships across disciplines

  • Empowered to shape transformational change


By sharing Mind‑Life at the Gold Coast conference and connecting with other passionate mental-health champions, we advanced our commitment to amplify voices too often sidelined. These conversations will resonate across the year ahead, guiding our content, resources, and campaigns.


Join us as we build on these vital connections and continue advocating for inclusive, community-centered mental health and disability support.


Your voice matters - and together, we’re reimagining what’s possible.


Want to know more about Mind-Life’s NEW learning modules and FREE downloadable resources? Click here to learn about the Mind-Life way.



 
 
 

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