CoMHWA is the peak body for individuals with a lived experience of mental health issues in WA. We strengthen and advance the voice, leadership and expertise of people with lived experience of mental health issues.
We have three categories available to members of the community wishing to join us:
1) Individual Members - any person who: · Identifies as having a current or past lived experience of psychological or emotional issues, distress or problems, irrespective of whether they have a diagnosed mental illness and/or have received treatment; and · Identifies as a mental health consumer and has been, or is, a consumer of mental health services.
2) Consumer Group Members – any group who: · Has a substantial proportion of its committee of management comprised of people who identify as having a current or past lived experience of psychological or emotional issues, distress or problems, irrespective of whether they have a diagnosed mental illness and/or have received treatment.
3) Associate Members – any individuals or organisations who: · Have knowledge, experience or qualifications that may be beneficial to the Association, and who have an interest in the Association’s purpose and objectives. (These members do not have voting rights).
Membership is subject to Board approval at the monthly meetings. Applicants will be advised of the outcome thereafter.
If you have any queries about this form, please call the office on (08) 9258 8911 or email admin@comhwa.org.au
