Anne was a highly respected journalist, author, broadcaster, filmmaker and mental health advocate.
Anne was a fearless and passionate advocate who fought for less discrimination and better support in mental health, human rights, women's rights and LGBT rights.
It was 30 years ago that Anne teamed up with another mental health pioneer Dr Margaret Leggatt to hold a public event at NSW Teachers Federation Hall where a young man stood up in front of hundreds of people and said, “My name is Simon Champ and I have schizophrenia.” This was the beginning of national mental health organisation SANE.
When: Monday 13 February, 1pm – 2pm
Interviews with speakers can be prearranged to be held before and after event formalities on request.
Where: NSW Teachers Federation Conference Centre (please note updated venue)
37 Reservoir Street
Surry Hills NSW 2010
Speakers:
- Jack Heath – SANE Chief Executive Officer
- Justice Elizabeth Evatt AO
- Wendy McCarthy AO
- Dr Margaret Leggatt AM – Co-Founder of SANE with Anne Deveson
- Professor Alan Rosen AO
- Simon Champ
- Jane Schwager AO
- Claire Dunne OAM
- Josh Blain – Anne Deveson’s son
Media contact:
If you wish to report on the event, please contact Ellen Sproule at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 0407 367 215 to prearrange filming or photography at the event and/or interviews with speakers.
