Mental Health Commission

What We Do

The Mental Health Commission (Commision) is a Western Australian Government agency that facilitates the delivery of mental health, alcohol and other drug services and programs, while leading the transformation required across the system to better meet the needs of the community into the future.

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History

The Commission was established on 8 March 2010 to lead mental health reform throughout the state and work towards a modern, effective mental health system that places the individual and their recovery at the centre of its focus.

On 1 July 2015, the Commission and the Drug and Alcohol Office amalgamated, establishing an integrated approach to mental health and alcohol and other drugs service delivery for Western Australia.

The Commission is guided by the Western Australian Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drug Services Plan 2015 – 2025. A new Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Strategy 2025-2030 is being developed.

The Commission was established by the Governor in Executive Council under section 35 of the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and is the agency principally assisting the Minister for Mental Health in the administration of the Mental Health Act 2014 and the Alcohol and Other Drugs Act 1974

The Mission, Vision and Values reflect the Commission’s way of working, and strengthen the alignment to the individual and community outcomes we seek to achieve.

Western Australians lead healthy and fulfilling lives.

Leading and transforming mental health and alcohol and other drugs systems that empower people in health and wellbeing.

Respecting individuals and culture

  • We promote respect and strive for equality for everyone.
  • We work to reduce the incidence and negative impacts of stigma.
  • We encourage diversity.

Engaged and accountable

  • We support engagement and participation at all levels.
  • We take accountability for our commitments and actions and expect no less of others.
  • We listen deeply, are reflective and open to feedback.

Leading with courage

  • We communicate honestly and compassionately.
  • We champion change to advance progress that is in the best interests of the community.
  • We speak up, for ourselves and for others, when we see something that does not seem right.

Keeping integrity at our core

  • We use evidence to inform our decisions which are fair and ethical.
  • We continue to research, learn and grow to deliver best practice.
  • We are open, honest and trustworthy.

Annual Reports

The Mental Health Commission’s annual report gives an overview of our operations, finances and highlights for the financial year. On 1 July 2015, the Mental Health Commission and Drug and Alcohol Office amalgamated. Prior to that, the organisations produced separate annual reports.

Page last updated1 May 2025

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