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SUMMARY:Community Support and Resilience Group for Political Anxiety (Grup de sprijin și reziliență comunitară pentru anxietatea politică)
DESCRIPTION:In the context of European Mental Health Week 2026\, Choice will organise a community support and resilience group for political anxiety in Bucharest\, with a Cluj edition to be announced. The event responds to the growing emotional impact of political polarisation\, war\, economic insecurity\, democratic backsliding\, disinformation\, and constant exposure to distressing news. \nIts goal is to facilitate a non-clinical community space where participants can reflect on how social and political realities affect their wellbeing\, feel less isolated in these experiences\, and explore ways of remaining grounded\, connected\, and engaged. The group will combine short psychoeducational input\, guided reflection\, simple grounding practices\, and discussion centered on solidarity\, values\, and sustainable civic engagement. \nThe event is especially relevant to EMHW because it approaches mental health not only as an individual matter\, but also as something shaped by wider structural and social conditions. It reflects Choice’s Public and Community Psychology approach\, which emphasises evidence-based practice\, human rights\, systemic determinants of mental health\, and community resilience. The groups will be facilitated by Choice members who are Psychologists and Psychotherapists. This is not group psychotherapy and does not provide diagnosis or treatment\, but rather a community-based space for support and resilience. \n  \nhttps://www.instagram.com/asociatiachoice \nhttps://www.facebook.com/asociatiachoice
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/community-support-and-resilience-group-for-political-anxiety/
LOCATION:Bucharest
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260506T220000
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SUMMARY:Laughing Together: A Comedy Night for Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special evening of laughter\, connection\, and community as part of European Mental Health Week 2026. \nHosted by Canadian comedian Tristan Barber\, this comedy night brings together four talented comedians from diverse backgrounds — Jenni Gee (US)\, Abhi (IN)\, Sam Kiebooms (BE)\, and Iris Costrop (BE) — each sharing their unique perspectives and experiences\, including reflections on their mental health journeys. \nSet in the vibrant atmosphere of Brasserie de la Source\, this event is a chance to unwind\, connect with others\, and enjoy a light-hearted yet meaningful evening. After the show\, stick around for informal networking and conversation. \n🎤 Doors open: 17:00 (CEST)🎭 Show starts: 19:30 (CEST)📍 Location: Brasserie de la Source\, Rue Dieudonné Lefèvre 4\, 1020 Brussels🎟 Free entry (first come\, first served – limited to 100 people) \nA hat will be passed around during the evening\, with all contributions donated to DIOGENES ASBL \nCome laugh with us — because sometimes\, the best way to come together is through a shared moment of joy.
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/laughing-together-a-comedy-night-for-mental-health/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T223848
CREATED:20260414T104943Z
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SUMMARY:Stronger Together: Youth Participation and Co-Creation in Digital Mental Health Research
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explore the importance of meaningful youth participation in digital mental health research in a changing Europe. In line with the European Mental Health Week 2026 theme\, “Stronger Together: Prioritise Mental Health in a Changing Europe\,” the session will highlight how inclusive and participatory approaches can strengthen research\, policy\, and practice. \nThe webinar will begin with a short introduction to the YouthDMH COST Action\, followed by a presentation of YouthDMH Working Group 1’s work on youth participation\, including an overview of participation gaps and the importance of youth involvement in digital mental health research. The session will then open to discussion and audience Q&A\, creating space for exchange on how to ensure young people are meaningfully involved in shaping digital mental health research and policy. \nDesigned for a broad audience\, the webinar will keep the discussion accessible and high-level while offering practical examples and emerging insights from ongoing collaborative work. The overall aim is to show the importance of youth participation in digital mental health research to support more relevant\, rights-based\, and responsive approaches to youth mental health. The session will be delivered by Andreas Balaskas\, Charlotte Blease\, and Maria Tibbs on behalf of the YouthDMH COST Action. \n  \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/youth-dmh/ \nhttps://www.instagram.com/youth_dmh/ \nhttps://youthdmh.eu
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/stronger-together-youth-participation-and-co-creation-in-digital-mental-health-research/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T223848
CREATED:20260414T123333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T123351Z
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SUMMARY:Member instead of Patient – How to Expand an International Model in a Changing Europe based on the Clubhouse Model
DESCRIPTION:This event will bring together mental health professionals\, policymakers\, and individuals with lived experience to explore how we can collectively strengthen community-based mental health support across Europe. Aligned with the European Mental Health Week theme\, “Stronger Together: Prioritise Mental Health in a Changing Europe\,” the session will highlight the importance of collaboration\, inclusion\, and innovation in responding to evolving mental health needs. \nThe focus will be on the Clubhouse model as an evidence-based\, community-led approach that promotes recovery\, dignity\, and meaningful participation for people living with mental illness. Central to this model is the shift from “patient” to “member\,” emphasising equality\, empowerment\, and shared responsibility. Through presentations and dialogue\, the event will demonstrate how partnerships between services\, communities\, and members themselves can build resilient and inclusive systems of support. \nThe event will highlight co-creation as a key principle\, ensuring that people with lived experience are equal partners in shaping mental health services and solutions that are sustainable\, inclusive\, and responsive to a changing Europe. \n  \nClubhouse Europe
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/member-instead-of-patient-how-to-expand-an-international-model-in-a-changing-europe-based-on-the-clubhouse-model/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T123000
DTSTAMP:20260416T223848
CREATED:20260414T094401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T094401Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Mental Health Across All Their Environments
DESCRIPTION:The event aims to highlight the importance of children’s mental health by looking at the full ecosystem in which every child grows. Mental well‑being is shaped not only by individual factors but also by the quality of the environments surrounding the child: the family\, the school\, and the wider social context. The event will bring together stakeholders from different sectors to explore how coordinated action across these environments can better protect and promote children’s mental health. \nThis workshop aims to create a space for discussion among stakeholders from these different environments\, highlighting how families\, schools\, and communities can support children’s mental health and well‑being throughout their development: \n\nFamily environment — the emotional climate at home\, parental well‑being\, maternal mental health\, and the support systems available\, including training\, to families.\nSchool environment — the role of teachers\, school climate\, peer relationships\, and the importance of safe\, inclusive\, and nurturing learning spaces including home – school communication.\nSocial environment — the broader community\, non‑formal and informal learning spaces\, youth work\, and the social networks that influence children’s sense of belonging.\n\nThe event may conclude as first step for the development of shared messages or a joint statement on children’s mental health endorsed by the Alliance for Investing in Children and open to other stakeholders that works on mental health and well-being of children. \nThe event should be held in the European Parliament hosted by MEP András Tivadar KULJA but we are trying to invite other MEPs who can offer meaningful contributions to the topic\, each from their own perspective and according to one of the three enviroments
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/childrens-mental-health-across-all-their-environments/
LOCATION:European Parliament
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T160000
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SUMMARY:Stronger Together: Healing Culture in Communities!
DESCRIPTION:The online session is implemented in the regular programme of the Healing Culture Community – a growing open and interdiciplinary community of professionals and engaged individuals and organizations in the intersection of culture and health: Several impulses and also the discussion will focus on mental health prevention through the arts and cultural activities in the context of togetherness – in the social meaning (reducing/avoiding lonelyness) and beyond this also in the culture & health field of professionals coming from different areas and mind sets. \n  \nhealingculture.net
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/stronger-together-healing-culture-in-communities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T144500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T164500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T120224Z
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SUMMARY:Take Care at Circus Connect: mental health in circus arts
DESCRIPTION:This event will be part of a larger encounter\, called Circus Connect. \nCircus Connect 2026 brings together European and international circus networks to strengthen cooperation\, shared advocacy and future‑oriented collaboration\, with a specific focus on mental health and well‑being within circus organisations and their staff. The event is a two‑day gathering (7+8 May) for circus organisations\, networks and professionals to exchange practices\, explore collaboration and reflect on the future of the circus sector. \nDuring this event\, FEDEC will present its Take Care project (2024-2027)\, the first-ever EU project dedicated to supporting mental health and well-being in the circus arts sector\, cofounded by Creative Europe\, by: \n– presenting the project objectives and first results; \n– screening a Take Care short film to raise awareness on mental health issues in circus professional practice; \n– discussion with invited speakers and the audience. \nhttps://www.instagram.com/fedec_network/ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/FEDECpro
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/take-care-at-circus-connect-mental-health-in-circus-arts/
LOCATION:Las Palmas de Gran Canaria\, ES
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T223848
CREATED:20260414T094854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T102120Z
UID:10000066-1778169600-1778173200@www.mentalhealtheurope.org
SUMMARY:Stronger Together Celebration (Swedish)
DESCRIPTION:Create a discussion panel with local government representatives (from culture and education)\, school leaders\, sports organization leaders\, and corporate sponsors to discuss why and how they came together and supported proactive mental fitness training for 1000+ local teenagers (and counting). PlayWellMinds created the methodology and application\, but it is because of this group of people who each contributed what they could to get a new kind of proactive program out to teenagers. \n  \nhttps://www.facebook.com/people/Play-Well-Minds/61576389044317/ \nhttps://www.instagram.com/playwellminds/ \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/playwellminds/
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/stronger-together-celebration-swedish/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T223848
CREATED:20260414T094222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T094222Z
UID:10000063-1778175000-1778180400@www.mentalhealtheurope.org
SUMMARY:New approaches in mental health: Experience can become knowledge
DESCRIPTION:Novas abordagens em saúde mental: A experiência pode tornar-se conhecimento \nNew approaches in mental health: Experience can become knowledge \n  \nAn interactive event bringing together university students and professors from ISPA to explore how lived experience can meaningfully inform mental health knowledge\, education\, and practice. \nThe session focuses on bridging academic and experiential perspectives\, highlighting the value of peer support\, Recovery-oriented approaches\, and community-based responses that move beyond purely biomedical models. Through open dialogue\, participants are invited to reflect on how personal narratives of mental health challenges and recovery can be transformed into valid\, transferable knowledge that enriches research\, training\, and service design. \nThe main goals are to: \n\npromote critical thinking about dominant paradigms in mental health;\nfoster mutual learning between students\, academics\, and people with lived experience; and\nencourage more inclusive\, participatory approaches in future professional practice.\n\nAligned with the theme “Stronger Together: Prioritise Mental Health in a Changing Europe\,” this event emphasises the importance of collaboration\, community\, and diverse forms of knowledge in addressing current mental health challenges. It speaks directly to the pillars of Youth\, Access to Services\, and Community\, by empowering future professionals to value co-production\, reduce stigma\, and support more equitable and person-centred systems. \nBy creating a space where experience is recognised as expertise\, the tertúlia contributes to a cultural shift towards more humane\, inclusive\, and resilient mental health ecosystems. \n  \nhttps://www.instagram.com/recoverycollegespt/ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/recoverycollegesportugal/ \nhttps://associacaorec.webnode.pt/
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/new-approaches-in-mental-health-experience-can-become-knowledge/
LOCATION:Lisbon
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T223848
CREATED:20260414T094124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T094124Z
UID:10000064-1778176800-1778180400@www.mentalhealtheurope.org
SUMMARY:Dare to move
DESCRIPTION:This event features an immersive workshop using the gamified tool “Atrévete a Moverte” to explore the intersection of forced migration and mental well-being from a community-wide perspective. Moving beyond the classroom\, this session invites citizens from all walks of life to engage in a powerful role-playing experience that simulates the psychological and emotional challenges faced by refugees and migrants. \nParticipants will navigate the complex realities of displacement\, confronting the mental health impact of structural racism\, legal uncertainty\, and social isolation. The event directly aligns with the EMHW 2026 theme\, “Stronger Together\,” by highlighting that mental health is a collective asset nurtured through solidarity. Our goal is to transform public and social spaces into inclusive environments where everyone—regardless of their background—can find a sense of belonging and dignity. By fostering radical empathy through storytelling and play\, we aim to reduce the “uncertainty and fear” prevalent in a changing Europe\, demonstrating that a community’s resilience is measured by how it supports its most vulnerable members. We stand together to ensure that mental health support is a universal right\, not a privilege. \n  \nMundo Matonge\, Rue d’Edimbourg 26\, 1050 Ixelles Bruxelles\, Belgique \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/international-network-for-human-rights-europe-ridhe/?viewAsMember=true \nhttps://www.instagram.com/ridheurope/
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/dare-to-move/
LOCATION:Brussels
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T223848
CREATED:20260414T130027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T130027Z
UID:10000082-1778180400-1778185800@www.mentalhealtheurope.org
SUMMARY:Small Doses\, New Perspectives: Rethinking How We Navigate Change — Together
DESCRIPTION:In a rapidly changing world\, many of us are seeking ways to stay connected — to ourselves\, to others\, and to what truly matters. \n“Small Doses\, New Perspectives: Rethinking how we navigate change — together” is a reflective workshop designed to explore how small\, intentional shifts in awareness can influence the way we relate to change\, uncertainty\, and find answers from within. \nThis session creates a shared space for participants to reflect\, and learn tools to help cope with stress\, disconnection\, and both individual transformation as well as collective moments of change. \nParticipants will be invited to reconnect with themselves while building a sense of collective understanding and support in moments that our society is going through. \nThe workshop introduces a range of tools that can support awareness and connection — including mindfulness\, journaling\, and emerging approaches such as microdosing — always approached through the lens of personal responsibility\, ethical awareness\, and informed choice. \nAligned with the European Mental Health Week theme “Stronger Together: Prioritise Mental Health in a Changing Europe\,” this session emphasises the importance of community\, shared experience\, and collective reflection in navigating today’s challenges. \nBy focusing on collective awareness\, the workshop aims to foster deeper connection\, new perspectives\, and more conscious ways of engaging with change — together. \n  \nwww.linkedin.com/in/ferreiralara/ \nhttps://hipsy.nl/mindfulexperiences
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/small-doses-new-perspectives-rethinking-how-we-navigate-change-together/
LOCATION:Amsterdam
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260507T220000
DTSTAMP:20260416T223848
CREATED:20260414T093958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T093958Z
UID:10000065-1778180400-1778191200@www.mentalhealtheurope.org
SUMMARY:Relationships and Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Relationships and Recovery: \nThis event offers adult education experiences that seek to maintain\, promote and protect mental health and support people in a meaningful way with their wellness and personal recovery. We combine the knowledge wisdom and insight of both lived experience and professional experience to support new learning and awareness about recovery and mental health. This is achieved through Adult Education\, discussion and exchanges of ideas and personal experiences.
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/relationships-and-recovery/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260508T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260508T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T223848
CREATED:20260414T093834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T093844Z
UID:10000067-1778234400-1778239800@www.mentalhealtheurope.org
SUMMARY:Culture and Health Online Webinar Scaling up Arts on Prescription Models: From Evidence to Regional Implementation
DESCRIPTION:The webinar “Scaling up Arts on Prescription Models: From Evidence to Regional Implementation” will explore how culture-based interventions can be integrated into health systems across Europe\, with a specific focus on mental health and wellbeing. \nThe first part of the session will provide an overview of Arts on Prescription (AoP) models\, drawing on recent developments in countries such as Greece\, the Baltic Sea region and the United Kingdom. Contributions from research and institutional actors\, including inputs from WHO\, will present the current evidence base\, including findings from large-scale studies and emerging policy frameworks. This segment will set the context by outlining how AoP initiatives contribute to mental health promotion and how they can be scaled within different health system settings. \nThe second part of the webinar will focus on implementation at regional and local level. Through a guided discussion\, regional and local health authorities will reflect on how they are integrating Arts on Prescription into policy and practice. Key questions will address governance\, financing\, cross-sector collaboration\, and strategies to ensure long-term sustainability and territorial uptake. Concrete examples from different European regions will illustrate how policy actions are being developed and operationalised in practice. \nOverall\, the event aims to foster exchange between sectors\, support mutual learning\, and identify actionable pathways for embedding Arts on Prescription within health systems across Europe. \n  \nhttps://www.instagram.com/eu.regha/ \nhttps://it.linkedin.com/company/euregha \nhttps://www.facebook.com/EUREGHA/
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/culture-and-health-online-webinar-scaling-up-arts-on-prescription-models-from-evidence-to-regional-implementation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260508T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T223848
CREATED:20260414T093717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T093717Z
UID:10000068-1778234400-1778241600@www.mentalhealtheurope.org
SUMMARY:Stronger Together: Supporting Psychological Resilience and Dignity Through Systems of Care
DESCRIPTION:This conference looks at how systems of care can support psychological resilience and protect human dignity in the context of war and ongoing social change in Europe. It will take place at the Office of the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights and approach mental health as a matter of human rights and public policy\, not just an individual experience. \nThe event will bring together practitioners\, policymakers\, and civil society to exchange perspectives on how support systems can respond to long-term crises. It will focus on real challenges around access to care\, share practical experience from Ukraine\, and open a discussion on how to strengthen community-based and rights-oriented approaches. \n  \nhttps://www.instagram.com/the.tree.of.my.life/ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/THE.TREE.OF.MY.LIFE
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/stronger-together-supporting-psychological-resilience-and-dignity-through-systems-of-care/
LOCATION:Uzhhorod\, Ukraine
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260508T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T223848
CREATED:20260414T130559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T130618Z
UID:10000083-1778239800-1778245200@www.mentalhealtheurope.org
SUMMARY:Improving the mental health of informal carers and professional carers through care partnerships: insights from the WELL CARE project.
DESCRIPTION:Caring for someone can be mentally draining and exhausting. Both informal carers -who provide unpaid care to a loved one outside a formal framework- and professional long-term care (LTC) workers face an increased risk of compromised mental health over time. \nThe WELL CARE project (2024–2027) aims to guide investment in carers’ mental health and wellbeing by identifying\, evaluating and promoting good practices across Europe. It also examines structural factors and develops policy recommendations. The project explores which practices and policies directly improve mental health\, as well as those that prevent or mitigate occupational and non-occupational risks. \nWELL CARE is grounded in the assumption that integrated care and care partnerships can help reduce these risks\, making it particularly relevant to the theme of Mental Health Week\, “Stronger Together”. \nWe will present key findings from a recently finalised report featuring 10 in-depth case studies across five European countries. These practices were selected through extensive mapping and stakeholder engagement\, including professionals\, users and informal carers. The report highlights their potential in terms of care partnerships\, sustainability and transferability. \nWe will also showcase two innovative examples: Community Circles in the Netherlands and E-Qalin in Slovenia\, illustrating community-based and quality assurance approaches.\nThe webinar will be facilitated by Prof. Elisabeth Hanson\, main investigator\, with the aim to engage informal carers\, LTC professionals and organisations active in the care sector in a meaningful exchange. \n  \nhttps://wellcare-project.eu/
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/improving-the-mental-health-of-informal-carers-and-professional-carers-through-care-partnerships-insights-from-the-well-care-project/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260508T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260508T131500
DTSTAMP:20260416T223848
CREATED:20260414T102849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T102849Z
UID:10000072-1778241600-1778246100@www.mentalhealtheurope.org
SUMMARY:Stronger Together in a Digital Age: Collective Action for Youth Mental Health in a Changing Digital Europe
DESCRIPTION:WEBINAR \nDigitalisation is transforming every aspect of young people’s lives. It is not only changing how they communicate — it is reshaping how they develop\, cope\, form relationships\, and understand themselves. \nJoin us for a webinar bringing together leading voices from psychology\, policy\, and youth organisations to explore how we can shape a healthier digital future. \nThis event will highlight the urgent need to create spaces where young people can transform anxiety about digital and technological change into agency\, participation\, and constructive hope. \nWe will also address the growing recognition that online safety and digital well-being must be treated as a public health priority. This includes: \n\nSafety-by-design approaches\nInvesting in digital literacy and critical skills\nSupporting offline alternatives for connection and well-being\nEnsuring meaningful youth participation in shaping policies that directly affect their lives\n\n  \nhttps://efpa.eu/event/stronger-together-digital-age-collective-action-youth-mental-health-changing-digital-europe \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/efpa-european-federation-of-psychologists’%E2%80%8B-associations-/ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/europeanpsychology \n 
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/stronger-together-in-a-digital-age-collective-action-for-youth-mental-health-in-a-changing-digital-europe/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260508T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260508T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T223848
CREATED:20260414T093608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T094431Z
UID:10000069-1778261400-1778266800@www.mentalhealtheurope.org
SUMMARY:Stronger Together Abroad: A Community Walk for Mental Health and Belonging
DESCRIPTION:This community walk invites internationals and members of the Amsterdam community who live\, work\, or support international populations to connect\, reflect\, and share experiences of life transitions while living abroad. Through guided conversation and informal dialogue\, participants will explore themes such as belonging\, community support\, and the ways shared experiences can strengthen resilience. \nThe event highlights the importance of community connection as a protective factor for mental wellbeing and creates space for open conversations about the social conditions that influence mental health in a changing Europe. \nBy bringing people together in an accessible outdoor setting\, the walk reflects the spirit of “Stronger Together” – emphasizing solidarity\, connection\, and the role communities play in supporting mental wellbeing. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/stronger-together-abroad-a-community-walk-for-mental-health-and-belonging/
LOCATION:Amsterdam
CATEGORIES:External Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260508T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260508T200000
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SUMMARY:Stronger Together\, Safer on Stage - Mental Health in Dance
DESCRIPTION:Dance is a cultural good that moves people across all borders. We watch the result of years of training\, discipline & sacrifice as magical fairytales on stage — but rarely ask what that cost looks like behind the curtain. Growing numbers of documented cases of emotional\, sexual & physical abuse in elite dance environments suggest a consistent pattern that may be more deep-seated than we realise. Our multi-awarded documentary “Unbound” brings personal stories from within the ballet world: Survivors of industry abuse start their own company\, the Ballet de Barcelona. Chase Johnsey\, the first non-binary person to dance a female role with the English National Ballet\, took on the role of company director. Without experience\, reputation\, or funding\, Chase created an internationally recognized platform for traumatized dancers and their talent. \nThe movie provides a ground-breaking example of how safe dance environments are created where mental health is protected & nourished. Beyond raising collective consciousness\, we want to create the conditions for agency and practical pathways that provide actual help to dancers and strengthen the community from within. \nOur film will be available on Vimeo during the EMHW 2026\, free & accessible regardless of socio-economic background. At the heart of the week\, we host a live online screening followed by a talk with Maria Agius Muscat\, a dance artist\, educator facilitator. She is a registered teacher with the Royal Academy of Dance and the Marketing and Communication Officer for Ballet de Barcelona. \n  \nhttps://www.otoxoproductions.com/ \nSocial Media\nProduction company: otoxo_productions\nUnbound documentary: unbound_ballerinas_documentary\nBallet de Barcelona: balletdebarcelonaoficial
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/stronger-together-safer-on-stage-mental-health-in-dance/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External Event
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SUMMARY:Stronger Together Breaking stigma. Building communities of care
DESCRIPTION:Stronger Together: Breaking Stigma\, Building Communities of Care An Online Mental Health Awareness Event | European Mental Health Week 2026 \nThere is an Igbo adage ‘Onye aghala nwanne ya’; that means: Be your brother’s keeper. It is a call to collective responsibility\, and it is the spirit behind this event. \nMental health remains one of the most unspoken struggles in African diaspora communities. Stigma\, misconceptions\, and a culture of “hustling alone” mean that too many people are carrying invisible weight in silence. This has to change\, and change begins with these kinds of conversations with each other. \nOrganised as part of European Mental Health Week\, this online event brings together three diaspora organizations and more\, to create a culturally safe\, inclusive space where mental health can be spoken about openly\, honestly\, and without shame. Together\, we will explore how cultural\, social\, and environmental factors shape our mental wellbeing\, and how\, as a community\, we can move from isolation to solidarity. \nThrough facilitated discussions and shared insights\, participants will examine what community care truly looks like in practice: the power of support\, approaches to mental wellness\, and how we collectively dismantle the lonely hustle culture that leaves too many of us walking alone. \nThis is not just an awareness event. It is an invitation to build something\, communities where no one\, regardless of their struggle\, is ever left behind. \n  \nhttps://www.otuumunwanyi.com/ \nhttps://behindmarygiftwallsfoundation.org/ \nhttps://igbounionantwerpen.com/
URL:https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/emhw-event/stronger-together-breaking-stigma-building-communities-of-care/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External Event
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