arete Australia is proud to support One in Five, an Australian not-for-profit charity dedicated to funding medical research into mental illness.

Mental health affects many individuals, families and workplaces across Australia. In 2020–2022, one in five Australians aged 16–85 experienced a mental disorder within a 12-month period, representing approximately 4.3 million people.

One in Five raises funds to support and accelerate mental health research, helping to improve understanding, develop better treatments and create hope for people living with mental illness.

At arete, we believe our responsibility extends beyond the spaces we build. We are committed to supporting causes that have a meaningful impact on our people, our industry and the wider community.

The construction and fitout industry is built on teamwork, trust and care. Supporting mental health research aligns with our values and reinforces the importance of looking after one another, both on and off site.

Through our partnership with One in Five, we aim to help raise awareness, encourage conversation and contribute to long-term research that can improve outcomes for people affected by mental illness.

One in Five was established to help develop better treatments, find cures and bring hope for mental illness through medical research. Funds raised through events, sponsorships and donations support research projects undertaken by leading partners in the mental health sector.

Mental health research has the power to change lives. By supporting One in Five, arete is proud to contribute to a cause focused on better understanding, better treatment and better outcomes for Australians living with mental illness.