Minister for Mental Health Tanya Davies today announced the opening of Round Two of the Mental Health Innovation Fund, with $1.5 million available to organisations with innovative ideas that can make a difference.
Mrs Davies said the NSW Government’s Mental Health Innovation Fund is a way to find new, local initiatives that improve mental health services and outcomes across NSW.
“The Mental Health Innovation Fund provides an opportunity for the best minds in business, the community sector and government to develop and deliver new and creative ways to help people living with mental illness.
“Collaborating partners may include start-ups, non-government organisations, the private sector, local businesses, carers or individuals working alongside all levels of government.
“By funding these ideas, we can enhance the way we deliver person-centred care that focuses on consumers, particularly at the community level,” Mrs Davies said.
Expressions of interest for the second round are now open, with target innovation areas including:
Mrs Davies said the Innovation Fund aligns with the Government’s commitment to Living Well, the Mental Health Commission’s 10-year road map to transform mental health services.
The first round of the Innovation Fund has been finalised and the projects will be announced shortly.
Expressions of Interest for Round Two of the Innovation Fund close on 9 May 2017.
For further information on how to apply, visit the NSW Government e-tendering website.