Addressing mental health and drug and alcohol issues can be complex. MDECC operates on the belief that all people have the right to access accurate information, education, and treatment for mental health and drug and alcohol related issues.

Our prime concern is to promote mental health, and reduce or eliminate the harms associated with drug and alcohol use.

The harmful use of drugs and alcohol is both a health and social problem. Therefore, MDECC encourages members of the community to contribute their ideas, and participate in the development and implementation of health promotion projects, education, early intervention and treatment programs.

MDECC's organisational values are:

To foster individual, family, and community involvement in promoting mental health and reducing the harms associated with the use of drugs and alcohol.

MDECC achieves this through:

• Community consultation and participation
• Respect for the diversity of community attitudes, and individual needs
• The development and implementation of programs based on evidence-based best practice

MDECC is overseen by a Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is made up of individuals from diverse backgrounds including health, education, welfare, psychology, mental health, and community representation.

The MDECC Board provides governance and a clear vision for the organisation.