INTERNATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH REFORMS AND CARE IN AFRICA CONFERENCE 2024
Schedule
Thu Oct 03 2024 at 10:00 am to Sat Oct 05 2024 at 06:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Merit House, Maitama, Abuja | Abuja, FC
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Conference objectives 1. Support African governments in expediting access to mental healthcare.
2. Aid in the implementation of the Comprehensive Mental Health Plan 2013-2030 in Africa.
3. Facilitate the exchange of knowledge by sharing research findings, evidence-based practices, and innovative approaches in mental healthcare across the continent.
4. Promote collaboration by fostering networking among researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and advocates to bridge the gap between research and practice, and develop effective strategies for mental healthcare promotion and interventions.
5. Raise awareness by increasing public understanding of mental health issues, reducing stigma, and cultivating a culture of empathy and acceptance.
6. Enhance capacity building by providing education and training opportunities to empower mental health professionals in delivering high-quality services and support.
7. Influence policy by facilitating dialogue between researchers, policy makers, and advocates to shape evidence-informed mental health policies and strategies across Africa.
8. Foster innovation by encouraging exploration of new technologies, digital interventions, and alternative approaches to address evolving mental health challenges in Africa.
9. Engage with community organizations, advocacy groups, and individuals with lived experiences to ensure diverse perspectives and voices are represented in mental health initiatives.
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Where is it happening?
Merit House, Maitama, Abuja, NigeriaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
