SANE Understanding Bipolar Webinar – World Bipolar Disorder Day 30 March 2026


Monday 30 March, 12-1pm (AEDT)🔗 Register here via Zoom 

Bipolar disorder affects around 1 in 25 Australians, and many people in our community have direct or indirect experience with it. This session brings together clinical expertise and powerful lived‑experience stories to deepen understanding, reduce stigma, and support anyone who wants to learn more.

Speakers:

  • Chair: Luke Marshall, SANE Board Member & Chair, LEAC
  • Dr Rahul Khanna, Chief Clinical Officer, SANE
  • Peer Ambassador Panel of 3 SANE community members with lived experience of bipolar.

What the webinar will cover

  • What bipolar disorder is – types, diagnosis, symptoms and treatment
  • Living with bipolar – real experiences of work, wellbeing and family
  • Through the eyes of others – partners, family, friends and colleagues
  • Recovery – supports, strategies, and what recovery can look like over time

đź’¬ There will also be a live Q&A, so you can submit questions during the session.

Who’s it for?

  • People living with bipolar
  • Family members, partners and friends
  • Community workers and mental health professionals
  • HR and workplace wellbeing teams
  • Anyone wanting a clearer, more compassionate understanding of bipolar 

Why come along?

  • Clear, accessible information
  • Real‑world insights from people with lived experience
  • Increased confidence in supporting yourself or someone you care about

All in a supportive, one‑hour session—free and open to everyone.

🔗 Register here via Zoom