Wednesday, March 25, 2026

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Jarrah Room

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Overview

Space limited! Registration free but mandatory - Only available to face-to-face conference delegates

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Hosted by: PHAA Mental Health Special Interest Group (SIG) and Mental Health Council of Tasmania ​ Facilitated by: ​Dr. M Tasdik Hasan, Policy and Advocacy Lead, Mental Health Council of Tasmania; Committee Member, MH SIG, PHAA Presenters include: - Dr. M Tasdik Hasan, Policy and Advocacy Lead - Mental Health Council of Tasmania - Ms Amanda Aitkin, Senior Project Officer - Mental Health Council of Tasmania - Dr. Nazmul Huda, Co-Convenor - PHAA Mental Health SIG - Ms Deena Mehjabeen, Co-Convenor - PHAA Mental Health SIG Overview This workshop explores how co-design principles can strengthen mental health promotion across diverse populations, including people with disabilities, Indigenous youth, trans communities, CALD groups, older adults living with dementia, and refugee populations. Using real-world case studies, participants engage in small-group discussions to identify opportunities, challenges, and key design considerations when developing inclusive digital mental health promotion tools. The workshop foregrounds lived experience, cultural safety, accessibility, ethics, and equity as essential foundations for effective design. Through group activities, short presentations, and facilitator-led reflections, the session connects practice, policy, and research. Participants leave with practical insights into how co-design can move mental health systems from one-size-fits-all approaches toward inclusive, community-led solutions that promote wellbeing, prevention, and long-term sustainability. ​Target Audience Any participant interested in co-designing mental health resources can join. ​Learning Outcomes 1. Reflect on design considerations through case studies. 2. Investigating opportunities and challenges in co-designing DMH tools/ resources to promote mental health across diverse communities. 3. Understanding the importance of lived experiences in mental health promotion. ​Structure 1. Format: Interactive group work, case studies, discussion, and short presentations 2. Key focus areas: A. Co-design principles and lived experience B. Diversity, equity, and cultural safety in mental health promotion C. Opportunities and risks in digital mental health tools 3. Case studies include: Deaf communities, Indigenous youth, trans workplaces, CALD students, ageing and dementia, refugee communitie 4. Outcomes A. Practical design considerations for inclusive mental health tools B. Policy and practice insights to support prevention and wellbeing C. Strengthened understanding of community-led and culturally responsive approaches

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