Mental Illness Fellowship Australia.
Since 1986, MIFA has provided trusted national leadership across the sector.
We bring organisations together where lived experience, service delivery, and policy insight work together, enabling people, families, and communities to influence decisions and achieve outcomes that are meaningful, enduring, and grounded in reality.
Mental Illness Fellowship Australia
Our vision is that Australians have the best possible mental health and quality of life.
We advocate for positive changes in all areas of social and public policy that impact the quality of life of people with lived experience of mental health conditions.
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Finding North
Finding North is designed by and for people who understand what it’s like to experience mental health conditions. It will help you find your next step as well as provide hope and inspiration if you or someone you know are struggling.
In addition to information and inspiration, Finding North hosts a national online network aimed at growing Lived Experience Leadership. Bringing together current and emerging leaders, the network is a place to establish connections, discuss ideas, promote opportunities, and shine a light on the true power of lived experience.
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Out From The Mist
Out from the Mist is a photography, short movie, and music competition. The competition is about mental illness but is also about so much more.
This competition hopes to capture the breadth of that diversity, from the experiences of pain and suffering, caring and empathy for loved ones, through to the elation of conquering obstacles.
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Advocacy
We utilise multiple advocacy channels to raise awareness of the issues that impact people with lived experience of mental health conditions
Parliamentary Friends
MIFA convenes Parliamentary Friends of Mental Health events at Parliament House to raise awareness of mental health reform issues.
Amplify Lived Experience
MIFA has developed a National Lived Experience Community Network that connects people with lived experience of mental health conditions through an online, easy to access, social platform.
Raise Awareness
Each year MIFA develops and delivers national awareness-raising and anti-stigma media campaigns.
Support people to live well in their community
Living with mental health challenges can feel overwhelming, it’s difficult to know where to turn.
Collaborate
MIFA collaborates with peak bodies, other mental health stakeholders, and government and agency stakeholders.
About MIFA
MIFA’s core strength is in amplifying the voice of people affected by severe mental health conditions, their families, and friends.
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Latest News & Events
Out Doors Inc. Joins The MIFA Network
(MIFA) is delighted to welcome Out Doors Inc. as the newest member of the MIFA Network.
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MIFA Submission: Inclusive Communities Fund Consultation
MIFA has provided a submission to the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing’s consultation on the Inclusive Communities Fund, a $200 million investment aimed at helping mainstream community organisations become more inclusive and accessible for people with disability.
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MIFA responds to passage of NDIS Amendment Bill
The NDIS Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future Generations) Bill 2026 has passed the Senate, following months of scrutiny, submissions and evidence from the disability and mental health sectors.
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Mental Illness Fellowship Australia
Amplifying the voice of people affected by severe mental illness, their families, and friends.