What do we want our sectors to look like in 25 years?

That’s the bold question at the heart of First Step’s upcoming Futures Forum, a major sector-wide conversation marking their 25th anniversary.

Bringing together some of the most respected voices in mental health, AOD, justice and lived experience, this forum invites attendees to imagine a future that is more just, equitable and person-centred, and to consider what it will take to get there.

Speakers include:

Sheree Lowe, Executive Director, Social and Emotional Wellbeing Division, VACCHO
Professor Patrick McGorry AO, Executive Director, Orygen
Clare Davies, Chief Executive Officer, Self Help Addiction Resource Centre (SHARC)

Rev Tim Costello as MC.

Held at St Kilda Town Hall, this will be First Step’s largest Thought Leadership Event to date.

Free to attend, but registration is essential:
https://events.humanitix.com/first-step-futures-forum

Date: Wednesday 11 February 2026
Time: 3:00–5:00pm
Spots will fill quickly – don’t miss this chance to be part of shaping the next 25 years.