Mental Health Commission of NSW ‘Future Directions’ Symposium | On Purpose Events

The Event

The inaugural ‘Future Directions’ Symposium, produced by On Purpose Events for the Mental Health Commission of NSW, brought together more than 200 delegates for two days of collaboration, insight, and action.

Held at Doltone House Hyde Park, Sydney, the symposium united voices from across the mental health sector –  including government, academia, advocacy groups, peak bodies, and those with lived experience — to explore priority areas for reform and initiatives to strengthen mental health outcomes across New South Wales.

Our team designed and executed a tailored event program focused on creating effective formats for meaningful cross-sector dialogue, blending formal sessions, facilitated discussions, and interactive moments to encourage collaboration and shared understanding.

Space and stage design, AV scope, speaker management and catering was facilitated by On Purpose with care, ensuring a professional, inclusive, and engaging environment for all attendees.

The Result

The ‘Future Directions’ Symposium successfully established a key platform for knowledge exchange, partnership building, and forward planning across the state’s mental health sector.

The program’s structure and facilitation approach enabled open and productive dialogue between diverse stakeholders, helping to shape a shared vision for the future of mental health in NSW.

By fostering meaningful engagement and collaboration, the event set a new benchmark for how government and community can come together to drive progress with purpose.