National MHFA Summit 2026
One movement. Many voices.
Tuesday 1 September – Wednesday 2 September 2026
Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne
Mental Health First Aid invites you to join us for the first-ever national gathering of the MHFA movement.
This two-day summit brings together Instructors, MHFAiders, providers, workplaces and friends of MHFA to connect, exchange knowledge and strengthen our collective impact across Australia.
This is a space for building connections, purpose-driven learning, shared experiences and real-world tools to deepen your practice and expand the movement.
Why attend?
At the summit you will:
Translate mental health first aid skills into action. Gain practical tools and strategies to respond to mental health problems and create stronger circles of support.
Elevate your facilitation practice. Explore best practices, innovative insights, and evidence-informed approaches to deliver MHFA with confidence and impact.
Connect, collaborate and learn. Share experiences and insights with instructors, MHFAiders, providers and supporters nationwide.
Expand your influence. Deepen your understanding of how your role – whether teaching, supporting and advocating – connects to a shared national purpose.
Strengthen collective impact. Contribute to initiatives and discussions that drive growth toward 3 million trained Australians by 2030.
This summit is the place to be for anyone that delivers, practices, supports, or provides Mental Health First Aid in Australia.
What to expect
Summit Day 1, Community Forum
Tuesday 1 September
Day 1 brings the whole MHFA community together for learning, connection and collaboration.
Explore strategies to scale and sustain MHFA in workplaces and communities, hear the latest research and innovation – including a spotlight on the New Edition of MHFA – and learn from real-world experiences. From Youth Yarns to The Working Mind, discover the new programs shaping our next chapter.
Summit Day 2, Instructor Forum
Wednesday 2 September
A dedicated day for the Instructor community.
Day 2 focuses on delivery excellence, growing reach and visibility, and strengthening inclusive community impact – equipping you with practical tools, insights and strategies to deliver with confidence and expand your reach.
Gala Dinner
Tuesday 1 September
Come together for an evening that celebrates the people behind the MHFA movement.
The MHFA Gala Dinner is a chance to celebrate, connect and reflect on the impact being created across workplaces and communities.
Join us for a night of good food, meaningful stories, and moments that recognise the incredible contribution from around Australia.
Who's attending?
The Summit’s Community Forum brings together a diverse national community including:
✔️ MHFAiders
✔️ MHFA Instructors
✔️ MHFA providers
✔️ Workplaces
✔️ Sector leaders and policy makers
✔️ Lived experience representatives
✔️ Sponsors and collaborators
This is a multi-sector forum where learning meets community and impact meets action.
Questions about the Summit?
For enquiries about abstract submissions, sponsorship, tickets, or general event information, please email our events team at events@mhfa.com.au
Be a part of something exciting
The National MHFA Summit 2026 is more than an event – it’s a national moment for connection, learning, impact and growth in early intervention.
