Policy & Inquiry Submissions
Policy & Inquiry Submissions
Submission to Justice, Integrity and Community Safety Committee
The Mental Health Lived Experience Peak Queensland (MHLEPQ) respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Lands and Waters throughout Queensland. We thank the Elders—past, present, and emerging—for their wisdom and enduring strength.
Submission to the Commission of Inquiry of Child Protection
MHLEPQ’s submission to the Commission of Inquiry into Child Protection raises concerns about stigma, weak data on child removals, and the lack of lived and living experience voices in decision-making.
We’re calling for change:
- Better data
- Better training for child protection staff
- Genuine involvement of people with lived experience so families aren’t torn apart due to prejudice, not evidence
Submission on Restrictive Practices Health Services Directive
In September 2025 we ran a member consultation and roundtable to provide advice on proposed health service directives relating to restrictive practices.
Read our advice here. MHLEPQ – Advice on Restrictive Practices HSD – September 2025
Submission to the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 Review
In October 2025, we submitted our Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) 1992 Review.
We’ve called for the DDA to adopt stronger protections, clearer definitions, and a rights-based approach to disability.
Individual submissions are open until 14th November 2025.
Have your say here.
If you have any further questions please email engagement@mhlepq.org.au