WMHA is committed to promoting ethical, responsible, and rights-based approaches to mental health, wellbeing, education, research, advocacy, and professional practice.
Members, professionals, volunteers, partners, and participants associated with WMHA are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, respect, accountability, and professional conduct.
Ethical Principles
Individuals associated with WMHA are expected to:
- Respect the dignity, rights, and diversity of all individuals
- Act with honesty, integrity, and professionalism
- Maintain confidentiality and privacy where appropriate
- Practice within their area of competence and expertise
- Avoid misrepresentation of qualifications, experience, or services
- Maintain professional boundaries and accountability
- Promote safe, respectful, and inclusive environments
- Support evidence-informed and responsible practice
Professional Responsibility
Professionals engaged in mental health and wellbeing services should:
- Act in the best interests of those they serve
- Maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills
- Exercise sound professional judgment
- Avoid conflicts of interest
- Uphold applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards
- Contribute positively to the advancement of mental health and wellbeing
Respect and Inclusion
WMHA supports a culture of mutual respect and inclusion.
Discrimination, harassment, exploitation, abuse, or conduct that undermines the dignity and wellbeing of individuals is inconsistent with the values and principles promoted by the Association.
Commitment to Ethical Practice
Membership and participation in WMHA signify a commitment to ethical conduct, responsible engagement, respectful collaboration, and the promotion of mental health and wellbeing.
WMHA encourages individuals and organisations to uphold these principles in professional, academic, community, and public settings.
Review of Conduct
Alleged violations of ethical principles, professional conduct, or applicable WMHA policies may be reviewed in accordance with the Association’s procedures and governance framework.