The Commissioner

Maureen Lewis was appointed Commissioner of the Mental Health Commission on 1 July 2023.

Maureen Lewis is an experienced senior executive and accomplished leader, with a proven track record in driving strategy and reform within the mental health sector. Maureen has an extensive background working in the mental health and drug and alcohol sector across mental health commissions, clinical services, policy, reform, strategy, planning and regulatory functions.

She has experience leading and driving strategy and reform in complex service delivery environments in WA, New South Wales and across the Commonwealth.

Throughout her career, Maureen has worked in significant leadership roles, making a difference to the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in our community to empower individuals and families to lead fulfilling lives. Maureen is uniquely placed to lead the necessary reforms of WA’s mental health and AOD systems, informed by her grassroots clinical experience, intimate understanding of the community we serve and extensive leadership experience across Australia.