About the Woodcock Public Lecture
The Annual Woodcock Public Lecture is Wellways’ flagship event — a platform that has been igniting conversations and driving change in mental health for over 20 years.
Established through the generous support of the late Frank and Patricia Woodcock, who tragically lost their son to suicide at the age of 31, the lecture stands as a living legacy of their commitment to improving mental health outcomes.
Held each April or May, the Lecture shines a spotlight on the most pressing issues in mental health today. Influential keynote speakers from across the sector offer fresh insights and bold perspectives — challenging stigma, breaking down social norms, and sparking conversations that inspire lasting change.
A Legacy of Insight: Two decades of the Woodcock Lecture
24th Annual Woodcock Public Lecture
Join us for the 24th Annual Woodcock Public Lecture, hosted by Wellways.
How well do our mental health systems uphold the fundamental human rights and dignity of every individual?
Dignity by Design: Humanity in the Mental Health System is a crucial exploration into how human rights-based approaches can transform our mental health support systems. Led by a panel of experts, including those with lived and living experience, we will examine why current systems often fall short of centering humanity and dignity in care.
When: Thu, 29 May 2025 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM AEST
Where: The Wheeler Centre, 176 Little Lonsdale Street Melbourne, VIC 3000
Past Woodcock Lecture Highlights
Trauma Unlocked: Woodcock Lecture 2024
Woodcock Public Lecture calls for Humane Approaches to Distress
