We are thrilled to announce that Sharon Grocott as a featured speaker for the upcoming National Care and Support Sector Conference 2026.
About Sharon
At WayAhead, Sharon provides strategic leadership to advance mental health promotion, advocacy, education, and community-based support services across New South Wales. She is widely recognised for her work in challenging stigma, fostering cross-sector partnerships, and driving practical reforms that improve access, inclusion, and outcomes for people experiencing mental health challenges. Sharon has also contributed to critical policy conversations, including through forums such as the NSW Parliament’s mental health-care inquiry, helping to shape more responsive and person-centred systems of care.
Sharon’s insights will bring a vital mental health lens to this year’s national conversation—particularly as the sector grapples with workforce pressures, safeguarding, system resilience, and the growing need for integrated, person-centred support. Her experience in leading community-based mental health services and advocating for reform makes her perspective especially valuable as we explore how to build a stronger, more connected care and support system for all Australians.
Event Details
Date: Friday, Aug 28, 2026
Time: 7:30 am to 5 pm
Venue: Melbourne – Pullman Albert ParkMelbourne, VIC
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