Mental Health Commission of Western Australia
Suzi Francis is an experienced communications professional with a strong background in media and strategic communications. Currently serving as the Manager of Strategic Communications at the Mental Health Commission of Western Australia since May 2023, Suzi has previously held key positions including Media Manager at the Public Transport Authority and Corporate Communications Officer at Tourism Western Australia. With extensive freelance experience spanning over a decade, Suzi has contributed to various publications and organizations, demonstrating expertise in writing, editing, and public relations. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Curtin University.
Mental Health Commission of Western Australia
The Mental Health Commission is responsible for planning and purchasing mental health, alcohol and other drug services in Western Australia. We do not provide direct mental health services, but purchase services for the State from a range of providers including public Health Service Providers, a wide range of non-government organisations and private service providers. On July 1, 2015 the Commission amalgamated with the Drug and Alcohol Office to deliver an integrated approach to helping people with mental health, drug and alcohol problems, recognising that these problems commonly coexist. The new organisation, called the Mental Health Commission, is now responsible for the network of drug and alcohol treatment services and programs formerly provided and/or purchased by the Drug and Alcohol Office. Our vision is for a Western Australian community that experiences minimal alcohol and other drug-related harms and optimal mental health.