Open Minds
Non-profit OrganizationsQueensland, Australia201-500 Employees
Open Minds is an independent not-for-profit organization based in Eight Mile Plains, Queensland. It works with people to improve mental health and wellbeing by offering a range of programs and tailored support for individuals experiencing mental health challenges and psychosocial disability. The organization emphasizes a strengths-based, collaborative approach that aims to help individuals achieve personal goals such as education, employment, better health, housing, or greater community participation. As a mid-sized nonprofit operating in the mental health and community services sector, Open Minds runs programs across communities, including initiatives like an art group in Lismore to promote social connection. It has pursued reconciliation and awareness efforts, launching its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan during National Reconciliation Week. In November 2025, the organization appointed Karen Hale-Robertson as Chief Executive Officer after six months in an acting role.