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Our Mission

Mental Health Europe (MHE) is the main independent European non-governmental network organization dedicated to the protection of the rights of persons with psychosocial disabilities, the promotion of positive mental health, the prevention of mental distress, and the improvement of mental health care and social inclusion. We believe in equal rights, better mental health, for all.

Strategic Priorities

Our work revolves around five strategic priorities:

• Human Rights: Advocating for the implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) and other international human rights standards.
• Work and Employment: Promoting inclusive employment and addressing the challenges faced by people with mental disabilities in the workplace.
• Education: Raising awareness and tackling stigma through educational initiatives and campaigns.
• Digitalisation: Encouraging the development and implementation of accessible and innovative technologies to support mental health.
• Environment: Connecting environmental factors to mental well-being and advocating for environmental policies that promote mental health.

What We Do

MHE engages in a wide range of activities, including:

Coalitions & Alliances

• Building partnerships with governments, civil society, and other stakeholders to develop and implement effective mental health policies.
• Fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing between organizations working on mental health.

Projects & Campaigns

• Implementing innovative projects to improve mental health care and support services.
• Organizing awareness campaigns to combat stigma and promote positive mental health attitudes.

Events

• Organizing conferences, workshops, and seminars to facilitate dialogue and solutions on mental health issues.
• Participating in European elections to advocate for pro-mental health policies.

Understanding Mental Health

• Researching and disseminating accurate information about mental health issues and their impact.
• Challenging misconceptions and promoting open conversations about mental illness.

Supporting Decision-making

• Providing evidence-based recommendations to policymakers to inform mental health legislation and strategies.
• Engaging in public consultations and advocating for the inclusion of lived experience in mental health responses.

Join Us!

If you share our vision of a Europe where everyone has access to quality mental health care and support, we invite you to:

• Become a member and join our network of advocates.
• Donate to support our work.
• Volunteer your time and expertise.