Today, on Lesbian Visibility Day, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) proudly celebrates the experiences, strength, and achievements of lesbian individuals across Australia and around the world.

The Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) joins communities around the world in recognising International Transgender Day of Visibility a day that celebrates the lives and contributions of transgender and gender-diverse people while also raising awareness of the discrimination many still face.

As Muslim communities in Australia and around the world mark Eid al-Fitr, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) extends warm wishes to all who are celebrating and acknowledges the deep spiritual, cultural and community significance of this important occasion. Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, a sacred month of fasting, prayer, reflection and generosity, and is widely recognised as a time of gratitude, family, community and charity.

As Australia marks Harmony Week, with the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination observed on 21 March, the Vocational Mental Health Practitioners Association of Australia (VMHPAA) is encouraging communities to celebrate diversity while renewing their commitment to inclusion, respect, belonging, and action against racism. Harmony Week 2026 runs from 16 to 22 March, and the Australian Government describes it as a time to recognise Australia’s diversity a