The InterEdge Summit is a professional development summit designed to equip leaders, practitioners, and changemakers with the knowledge and tools to create mentally healthy, safe, and high-performing workplaces. Grounded in data, evidence, and proven approaches, the Summit goes beyond lived experience to deliver practical strategies that drive real and lasting organisational change.
24 seconds
Every 24 seconds someone reaches out - your attendance helps ensure someone is there to answer
1 million
1 million Australians reach out every year - your leadership could be the difference between a call and a crisis
30%
30% of Australians sought help last year - strong leaders can make seeking support the norm.
3rd - 4th March 2026
Centrepiece, Melbourne Park
Melbourne, Victoria
We will explore the vital space where individual wellbeing and organisational responsibility meet — highlighting how workplaces can foster environments that support mental health, safety, and genuine professional care.
The Ripple Effect: How Organisational Mental Health Impacts Families and Communities
The New Duty of Care: Why Workplace Wellness is so important
The Burnout Epidemic: Systemic Fix or Individual Responsibility?
Leading with Vulnerability: Redefining Leadership for Mentally Healthy Workplaces
Reframing the Approach: Leveraging Lived Experience to Drive Proactive Workplace Mental Health Strategy
From Awareness to Action: Embedding Learning Into Long-Term Cultural Change
Intersectionality & Inclusion: Supporting Mental Health Across Diverse Workforces
The Human Cost of Tech and AI: Rethinking Psychological Safety in Digital Workplaces
Key Speakers
Join global thought leaders as they share powerful insights and expertise on mental health and workplace wellbeing. Alongside international voices like Amy Cuddy PhD, we’ll be welcoming a dynamic lineup of Australian speakers who will bring powerful local perspectives to the conversation. From Government, Defence, Education, Emergency Services, Technology, Health and Safety, Construction, and Sport — to individuals with lived experience and passionate mental health ambassadors — these changemakers represent the full spectrum of our community. Together, these voices will spark conversations that challenge, inspire, and drive lasting change.
Allan Sparkes CV, OAM, VA, FRSN
Allan has spent over a decade advocating for proactive approaches to mental health and wellbeing, particularly for first responders and frontline workers. As a former Deputy Commissioner of the Mental Health Commission of NSW, he played a key role in shaping policies and programs to support those in high-stress roles.
Dr. Amy Cuddy
Bestselling author and Harvard teaching award winner Dr. Amy Cuddy, whose TED Talk has been viewed over 75 million times, will address the burnout epidemic and preview insights from her forthcoming book Bullies, Bystanders, & Bravehearts.
Jelena Dokic
I am writing this because I know I am not the only one struggling. Just know that you are not alone. You are enough. You are worthy. Your pain will heal. You will find peace. Hang in there
Hugh van Cuylenburg
When workplaces prioritise psychological safety, people feel supported to bring their whole selves to work. That support doesn’t stop at the office door — it flows into families, friendships, and communities. The InterEdge Psychosocial Safety Summit is about creating that ripple effect of care and connection, and I’m grateful to be part of it.
Event Partners
Ticketing
Join us in Melbourne for the InterEdge Summit 2026 presented by Lifeline Narrm, a national summit uniting leaders, experts, and lived experience voices to drive real change in workplace mental health and safety. Secure your ticket now to be part of this transformative two-day event. Tickets will be available via our ticketing partner Ticketek. The link below will redirect you to the Ticketek page.
Sponsorship opportunities
The national conversation around mental health and workplace safety has never been more urgent—and it’s one we at Lifeline Narrm are deeply committed to. We’re passionate about driving meaningful change and are looking to build lasting partnerships with individuals and organisations who share this vision. Join us as we work together to create safer, more supportive workplaces for everyone.
FREE WEBINAR - Beating Burnout: Workplace Wellbeing Strategies for 2026
Dr Amy Cuddy: The Morning Show Interview
Psychosocial safety starts at work — its impact reaches every home.
Safe workplaces grow safe, connected communities.
Better workplace relationships = better community wellbeing