Mission
To enhance the wellbeing of all Australians living with persistent pain through supported self efficacy.
Our Vision
Pain relief is a human right and achievable in the 21st Century. All Australians living with persistent pain or in caring roles are entitled to life quality such as:

• respectful and knowledgeable societal attitudes toward persistent pain
• safe high quality healthcare
• empowerment to manage own care
• social and workplace advocacy
• education and training to develop the skill set needed to best manage ongoing pain. 

Our Objectives

• social networking and peer support
• best practice persistent pain information and advice
• promotion of evidence-based policy and practice
• information and training for community groups supporting those living with chronic pain
• persistent pain self management course eg – Expert Patient Programme.
• social and activity based opportunities
• workplace awareness and supportive workplace practices
• Influence government, employer bodies and others about the needs of affected individuals and their families to facilitate positive attitudes supporting health and community resources being deployed to further life quality for affected individuals.

Our Activities

• Peer support groups
• Library of APMA books and peer reviewed articles  
• Information and training for community groups
• Social and information activities
• Ongoing involvement with National Pain Strategy
• Quarterly newsletters
• Pain Link helpline 1300 340 357
• Answering email and phone queries from Australians in pain 

APMA PATRON

Clinical advisory Committee