In 2050 there is universal mental wellbeing. The population is resilient and early intervention in the development of mental ill-health is routine. Support services are integrated across health, welfare, housing, disability, employment and justice. Service delivery is highly personalised and embraces both traditional and contemporary healing methods.

People can exercise choice, and they experience their support as holistic, skilled, culturally aligned, highly respectful and fundamentally kind. The ‘mental health system’ is broadly defined, well-resourced and operates within a wellbeing paradigm. Government policy and performance is primarily judged against the wellbeing of the entire population.

Most people have their mental health support needs met through, and in, their community of choice, and where professional support is required, it is almost exclusively delivered at home, or a place chosen by the recipient. Access to, and support from, others who can draw on their lived experience is a valued and common option. Whilst there are many options for short term respite, it is rare for someone to be hospitalised. In this area, Australia and New Zealand lead the world.