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Our strategic framework
Our strategic framework sets our focus and direction as we strive to fulfil our vision and mission.
Our vision
Improved wellbeing and quality of life for individuals and communities who experience trauma.
Our mission
To be an international leader in building the capability of individuals, organisations and the community to understand, prevent and recover from the adverse mental health effects of trauma.
Our goals
1. Improve outcomes for the community
In collaboration with our partners, ACPMH will improve the quality, effectiveness and accessibility of services and interventions for survivors of disaster, workers in high risk organisations, and community members affected by trauma.
2. Improve outcomes for members of the Defence community
In collaboration with the Departments of Veterans’ Affairs and Defence, ACPMH will continue to contribute to the quality and effectiveness of military mental health services for past and present members of the Defence community.
3. Advance scientific knowledge about the nature, development and impact of traumatic stress
ACPMH will continue to undertake high impact research that informs the prevention, treatment and recovery from the psychological effects of trauma.
4. Provide leadership and expertise
ACPMH will work with government, other organisations and the community as a leading authority on evidence-informed posttraumatic mental health policy, service delivery and practice.
5. Enhance the operational and business capabilities of the organisation
ACPMH will develop systems and processes to improve the efficient and effective use of our people and resources.
Strategic plan 2012-2014
Our Strategic Plan 2012-2014 will guide our decisions and help us to measure our success.
To see our detailed Strategic Plan, download the PDF.