Media Release

Today, on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) stands in solidarity with women, families, and communities affected by gender-based violence.

On Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR), the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) honours the memory of transgender and gender-diverse people whose lives have been lost to violence, discrimination, or systemic neglect. TDOR is a solemn reminder of the ongoing risks faced by trans communities and of the collective responsibility to create a safer, more inclusive Australia.

This Universal Children’s Day, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) celebrates the joy, creativity, and limitless potential of every child; while calling for urgent action to ensure that all children can grow up safe, supported, and mentally well.

Today, on World Diabetes Day, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) draws attention to a critical yet often overlooked reality: effective diabetes management must include mental health support.

Today on World Kindness Day, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) highlights the profound impact kindness has on mental wellbeing, community cohesion, and emotional resilience.

The Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) welcomes the return of Joy - widely regarded as the world’s first public statue honouring sex workers -to its original plinth in Darlinghurst, following a community-led effort and the City of Sydney’s reinstallation of a new bronze replica.

The Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) marks International Stress Awareness Day by urging Australians to pause, reflect, and prioritise their mental wellbeing, and by calling on governments to strengthen early-intervention supports across communities.

The Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) has launched a public petition calling for a safe, fair, and practical implementation of the Final National Standards for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (October 2025), with three immediate actions for government...

The Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) marks Intersex Awareness Day by standing in solidarity with intersex people and calling for services, workplaces, and communities to move beyond awareness toward practical, rights-affirming action.

The Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) welcomes the Federal Government’s Proposed National Standards for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (October 2025), noting significant progress toward fair recognition of vocational pathways and proportionate quality assurance across the workforce. 

The Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) is heartened by the Federal Government’s progress toward a national anti-bullying strategy for schools, including proposals for consistent standards across jurisdictions, faster school responses, and better support for students, families, and educators. Recent reporting indicates ministers are moving on measures such as clear response timeframes, teacher training, and nationally consistent guidance i

The Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) marks World Menopause Day by endorsing the 2025 global theme set by the International Menopause Society - Lifestyle Medicine - and urging employers and services to embed practical, evidence-based supports for people experiencing peri-menopause and menopause.

The Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) marks the International Day for Tolerance by urging communities, workplaces, and services to go beyond “putting up with” differences and move toward acceptance creating cultures where people feel safe, respected, and able to belong.

The Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) welcomes the Federal Government’s Final National Standards for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (October 2025), noting significant progress toward fair recognition of vocational pathways and proportionate quality assurance across the workforce. 

Today, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) joins the international community in recognising Global Handwashing Day, a reminder that good hygiene is essential not only for physical health, but for mental wellbeing too.

Today, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) proudly recognises National Coming Out Day - a day to celebrate the courage it takes to live authentically and to stand in solidarity with all members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Today, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) joins the global community in recognising World Mental Health Day - a day to unite around awareness, action, and empathy for all people navigating mental health challenges.

Today, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) joins the global community in recognising World Sight Day - a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of eye health and advocating for accessible vision care for all.

Today, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) proudly celebrates World Teachers’ Day - a moment to recognise the teachers, trainers, and educators who dedicate their lives to shaping minds, nurturing growth, and inspiring hope.

Today, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) joins the global community in celebrating the International Day of Older Persons — a time to recognise the invaluable wisdom, resilience, and contributions of older generations who continue to shape our families, communities, and collective story.