Centre of Perinatal Excellence (COPE) is a not-for-profit organisation devoted to reducing the impacts of emotional and mental health problems in the pre and postnatal periods. COPE’s vision is a connected, informed and empowered community that supports women and their families to achieve strong and enduring mental health during pregnancy and the year following birth. At COPE, we work with others to raise awareness and understanding, so conditions are identified early. We are committed to stopping the current stigma that exists, so people feel supported to speak up and seek help early. We inform and educate through providing high quality, evidence-based information to empower people and guide them to care. We also serve to equip health professionals with knowledge, skills and confidence so that they can provide safe and effective care. Through working with leading experts, COPE supports world-leading research to enhance practice and to inform policy and services. Finally, through working with consumers and partners, we provide a voice to advocate for the needs of women, men and their families in the perinatal period.
