Schizophrenia Fellowship of NSW - Sanctuary Respite Centre Manly

The Schizophrenia Fellowship is a nonprofit, community based organisation working in the field of mental illness. As such, it is governed by a management committee which guides the organisation strategically. The management committee is made up of 13 members, three of whom must have a mental illness.

Schizophrenia Fellowship of NSW Inc is committed to improving the circumstances and welfare of people living with a mental illness, their relatives and carers, and professionals working in the area.

The Fellowship works to:

Eliminate stigma and create a society that is understanding and accepting.
Ensure that people with a mental illness, and their carers and relatives, have access to information and appropriate services.
Advocate on behalf of people with a mental illness, their carers and relatives and mental health professionals, for better government policy in the areas of research, treatment, rehabilitation, housing and other relevant areas.
Provide innovative programs and support.
Ensure that the Fellowship has effective and accountable management.