batyr recently reached a monumental milestone and celebrated its 10th birthday! Though we’ve made waves in the mental health space and been pioneers in championing the value of lived experience and peer-to-peer storytelling, suicide remains the leading cause of death for young people in Australia and rates of psychological distress amongst young people are increasing.
As the needs of young people change, we must adapt to meet them where they’re at. The world is constantly changing and we must listen to young people when they tell us what they need. We’ve taken the time to reflect and determine the significance of the part we have to play in the mental health space and the broader community.
Read 2030 Strategy
Through this process, we have set our sights on a number of ambitious goals that will significantly change the picture of mental health for young people in Australia.
Over the pages of this strategy, you will see the steps we’ll need to take to turn this bold and aspirational plan into a reality, and we hope we can rely on your continued support and involvement on this new bold path forward.
In addition to announcing our refreshed vision, mission and purpose, we have also released our polished visual brand by working with Designer Rice to create a cohesive identity.
How was this strategic direction developed?
This strategy was prepared with the pro bono support of KPMG and included consultation with over 90 stakeholders from the batyr community, including educational school and university partners, philanthropists, corporate partners, researchers, mental health sector experts and young people across Australia including those with lived experience of mental ill-health.
KPMG also conducted a broad independent thorough environmental scan which also helped inform this strategy. Through desktop research and consultation, the environmental scan sought to understand key trends that may impact batyr’s future strategy, such as emerging consumer requirements, changes in the Australian mental health market and batyr’s current engagement with schools and universities.
We are thankful to the KPMG team led by Andrew Dempster, Director, Mental Health Advisory Lead, KPMG Australia whose advisory support was provided pro bono.