World Mental Health Day: Workplaces urged to strengthen mental health support
10 October 2026: An estimated 12 billion working days are lost globally every year to depression and anxiety, costing the global economy around US$1 trillion in lost productivity. As the world marks World Mental Health Day, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) International...
Mental Health First Aid International and legalsuper partner to expand mental health skills across the legal profession
19 August 2026: Mental Health First Aid International is pleased to welcome legalsuper as its first Corporate Partner, working together to build mental health capability across the legal profession. The partnership will support more legal professionals to recognise,...
New scholarship program invests in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mental health leadership
17 July 2026: Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) International has launched a new scholarship program to strengthen Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership and expand access to community-led, culturally responsive mental health education across Australia. The...
National government standard reinforces online safety and quality of Mental Health First Aid programs
10 July 2026: Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) International has received formal accreditation under Australia’s nationally recognised government safety and quality standards, strengthening its position as a leading mental health education provider. Awarded under...
MHFA International appoints Nicki Batagol as Board Chair as Krystian Seibert concludes 12 years of service
22 June 2026: Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) International today announced the appointment of Nicki Batagol as Board Chair, as the global health promotion charity continues to strengthen its role as a leading provider of mental health education and early intervention...
