The policies listed here are those considered key to directing the work of the Australian
Government in its contribution to mental health reform activities in Australia.
The policies
3. National Strategic Framework for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples' Mental
Health and Social and Emotional Well Being 2004 - 2009
This publication aims to provide a framework for action by all governments and
communities to improve the social and emotional wellbeing and mental health needs of
Indigenous Australians over the next five years.