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Exploring Relationships in Mental Health Health, Recovery and Wellbeing Richmond Fellowship Asia Pacific Conference on Mental Health June 11-13, 2012 Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Perth, Western Australia Registration Brochure PRESENTED BY: MAJOR SPONSORS: EXPLORING RELATIONSHIPS IN MENTAL HEALTH ASIA PACIFIC CONFERENCE ON MENTAL HEALTH Welcome On behalf of the Richmond Fellowship Asia Pacific Forum we invite you to join us at this ASPAC conference. Since its inception this biennial event has been central to the promotion of international discussion around Mental Health and Recovery. Richmond Fellowship WA is proud of this event in 2012 as each conference brings together critical thought that builds to unified action and progress around global understanding and improvements in Mental Health. It provides an opportunity to engage in debate, reflection and change. In 2010, the Conference was held in Tasmania, in 2008 in Bangalore and previously in Melbourne and Hong Kong. In 2014 it will be held in Sri Lanka. We at Richmond Fellowship WA recognise specifically the importance of 2012 as Mental Health stands at the crossroads of change and, as such, we are pleased and excited at the prospect to host this conference. We recognise the timing is excellent particularly for Western Australia which is leading the way in challenging and changing some of the traditional building blocks of the mental health system. Acknowledgement of the change is clearly evident by the appointment in WA of the first dedicated Mental Health Minister in Australia, and a Mental Health Commission, which has a combined policy and sole purchaser role in Western Australia. These two developments are signals that major changes will be achieved in Western Australia. Many of these positive changes are being mirrored across Australia and change is also evident more broadly across the Asia Pacific region. These developments bode well for individuals and their families and support systems, many of whom have had to experience difficulties with service structures that have not always been informed by a belief that people can and do recover. We now recognise that the general trends across Australia reflect a clearer belief that a person with mental ill health has a right to live an inclusive and meaningful life in our society. We maintain that this acceptance in the community is an integral part of recovery and international research has demonstrated this particularly in relation to other cultures where communities show more interest and support. Arguably, the most fundamental shift taking place in Western Australia is the clear commitment by the government to build services around the person and his or her family and informal supports. This inclusive approach is at the heart of recovery and resonates with the person centred philosophy that is the foundation stone of Richmond Fellowships around the world. It is also in line with key trends in Europe and the United States. At ASPAC 2012 we bring together leading speakers, champions and advocates for change. They come from Australia and overseas. Not all share the same views on what needs to happen or how it should happen. They do, however, share a passion for Mental Health and those within it and the quality of their commitment and quality of argument is without question. They will challenge us and each other and we believe that this debate will help break down some traditional boundaries and barriers that will enable us to think first about the person who should be at the centre of services, rather than to continue to protect traditional turf driven responses to mental ill health. In November 2008 RFWA brought new ideas and approaches to Australia when it held the Recovery from Psychosis Conference and the INTERVOICE meeting in Perth. We brought Professor Dr Marius Romme and his colleagues from INTERVOICE to Perth and this was the first time in the 20 year history of INTERVOICE that they had met outside of Europe. The national interest this created has encouraged the growth of Hearing Voices Networks in Australia. In the spirit of this open exchange, our conference in June 2012 is not only about new ideas but is also about exploring the relationships between the new and the old; and what this could mean for service delivery today, tomorrow and in the future. We thank the staff of Richmond Fellowship, the Program Committee and external consultants for their role shaping this conference. We thank our Principal Sponsors The Mental Health Commission of WA and Lotterywest and all our sponsors for their support. We also thank Events WA for their efficiency in guiding us through the complex process of all issues associated with conference organisation. We invite you to bring your experience, knowledge and skills to this conference, and we hope you will take away some new learning. Please join us to create the changes we know are important. You can help create and sustain hope, and support person centred journeys of recovery which will transform the lives of individuals and families. Joe Calleja Michael Cahill Chief Executive Officer Chairman - RFWA Board 2 HEALTH, RECOVERY AND WELLBEING 11-13 JUNE 2012 REGISTRATION BROCHURE General Information About the Event The ASPAC Conference is a biennial event attracting delegates from across Australia and from a variety of international audiences. The Conference is well known for its ability to stimulate new thinking throughout providers and consumers of mental health services through the dissemination of information, the development of networks and the facilitation of professional exchange. The Conference also provides an excellent opportunity for local Western Australian providers and consumers of mental health services to access the international agenda within their own domestic environment. Those attending will find ample opportunity to solve problems, share achievements, find solutions, and to advance new directions. We anticipate a rich blend of discoveries, developments and diversity centred upon the Exploring Relationships in Mental Health – health, recovery and wellbeing theme. THE VENUE The Perth Convention Exhibition Centre (PCEC) is ranked as the leading business tourism venue in Australia, having won several prestigious industry awards. Up to 500 employees, including a small fulltime team of around 80 people, ensure a strong service and quality culture for every event held at the PCEC. Floor to ceiling glass foyers on each of the three levels provide panoramic city and river views. The PCEC houses some of the most advanced technical facilities and communications infrastructure in the Southern Hemisphere, and is the only convention centre in Australia to offer permanently installed accredited Wi-Fi Zone wireless internet connectivity. The PCEC’s central location, in the heart of Perth’s CBD and adjacent to the Swan River foreshore, provides a critical, direct business link to the city for delegates and organisers. Public access to the Perth Centre is via Mill St, Mounts Bay Road and the Mitchell Freeway Riverside Drive off ramp. If using public transport or if approaching from the city, pedestrians can access level 2 of the building via the city busport. PARKING Parking within the Perth Convention Exhibition Centre car park is open to the public but spaces are limited by 8.30am. We encourage delegates to take public transport or to arrive early each day of the Conference to avoid any potential parking problems that may be encountered. Delegates can expect to pay around $20 per day. PUBLIC TRANSPORT BUSES - The Esplanade Busport is located adjacent to PCEC. Many bus services depart and arrive at the Esplanade Busport including the free CBD ‘Blue CAT’ service. Perth’s other major busport is the Wellington Street Bus Station, located along Wellington Street next to the Perth Central train station which is about a 15 minute walk from the PCEC. TRAINS - The Esplanade train station is located at the doorstep of the PCEC and services the Mandurah and Joondalup Railway Line. Other train stations within close proximity of the centre include: 1. Perth Underground Station (Mandurah and Joondalup Railway Line) located on cnr William Street and Murray Street Mall. 2. Perth Central Station (Armadale-Thornlie Line, Fremantle Line and Midland Line) located along Wellington St (across from Forrest Place). An underground walkway connects the Perth Central station to the Perth Underground station MEALS Delicious stand up buffet selections will be served on all three days of the Conference. Please indicate your special dietary needs on your Registration Form. These will be forwarded to the venue to make arrangements for delegates. INTEREST GROUPS Delegates will be invited to attend interest group meetings throughout the Conference; signup sheets and further information for various interest groups will be available at the registration desk. COMMUNICATION Delegates will receive confirmations of registration and information updates by email. If you register and do not receive confirmation please contact Events WA: +61 (08) 6201 1060 or email [email protected] Event information will also be available at http://www.rfwa.org.au/aspac2012/ in the period leading up to the Conference. CONCURRENT SESSIONS - June 12 and 13 Delegates will be forwarded a schedule of concurrent sessions by email following receipt of their registration and payment. Selections can be made pre conference by reply email to ensure places exist. PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS Delegates wishing to register for pre-conference workshops can do so via the registration form. These workshops are available as standalone purchases. Session abstracts are available at http://www.rfwa.org.au/aspac2012/delegate_preworkshop.html 3 EXPLORING RELATIONSHIPS IN MENTAL HEALTH ASIA PACIFIC CONFERENCE ON MENTAL HEALTH ASPAC Conference Speakers Dr Norman Swan FRCP, DCH, MD (HON CAUSA) is the host of the Health Report on ABC Radio National, and Tonic on ABC Television. Dr Swan was born in Scotland, graduated in medicine from the University of Aberdeen, and later obtained his postgraduate qualifications in pediatrics.