Mental Health Innovation Network (MHIN)

?? Webinar: MHPSS Minimum Service Package Monitoring and Evaluation Indicator Bank? ?? Date: 25th March 14.00 CET The webinar will outline how the Indicator Bank was developed, how it can be used, and how it aligns with the IASC Common M&E Framework for MHPSS ?? Register -> https://lnkd.in/d9PmWEyY

Happy International women's day! As this year's theme is Accelerate action, there is need to take decisive steps toward achieving gender equality, addressing the slow pace of progress, and advocate for mental health strategies empowering women and girls worldwide. International Women's Day is a reminder of the strength and resilience of women everywhere. Let's continue advocating for their mental wellbeing and empowerment https://lnkd.in/dsCsnsr

???Lived Expert Spotlight: This blog by Chris Frederick explores his passion and the story behind Project Soul Stride ???Read more -> https://lnkd.in/d2iBYR4r

??Current #mentalhealth opportunities, funding & upcoming events #Vacancies 1. Call for abstracts for Lived Experience handbook ??Deadline: 5th March 2025 ??More info: https://lnkd.in/evKcEhku 2. Two vacant roles at International Alliance of Mental Health Research Funders (IAMHRF) ??Deadline: deadline: 5th March 2025 ??More info: https://lnkd.in/drvJq4zZ 3. Orygen ASEAN-PACIFIC youth mental health fellowships ??Deadline: 10th March 2025 ??More info: https://lnkd.in/d9WkHzRT 4. Become a Delegate at the Tanzania Mental Health Summit 2025 (Funded places available) ??Deadline: 10th March 2025 ??More info: https://lnkd.in/dbcDKs9p 4. Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health Journalism - ??Deadline: 2nd April 2025 ??More info: https://lnkd.in/dqd37ESq 5. Director, Global Mental Health Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. ??More info: https://lnkd.in/dXc-kee9 #Events 1. Global Launch of the WHO Guidance on Mental Health Policy and Strategic Action Plans ??Date: 25th March 2025 (13:00 to 14:30 CET) ??More info: https://lnkd.in/dpm-qKET 2. Webinar: MHPSS MSP Monitoring and Evaluation Indicator Bank ?? Date: 25th March 14.00 CET ??More info: https://lnkd.in/d9PmWEyY #Funding 1. Wellcome Trust Trust Mental Health Award: Advancing target validation for novel mental health drug discovery - ??Deadline: 15 April 2025 ??More info: https://lnkd.in/dMA4f3zG 2. Wellcome Trust Mental Health Award: Leveraging longitudinal data to transform early intervention in mental health - ??Deadline: 22 July 2025 ??More info: https://lnkd.in/dnjF32AJ 3. Wellcome Trust Request for Proposal (RFP) for A ‘living evidence synthesis’ platform for common metrics in mental health ??Deadline: 9th May 2025 ??More info: https://lnkd.in/dkrt26yb ??More mental health opportunities:-> https://lnkd.in/daHHmVmR

??New Resource: 'My Hero is you: Taking care of each other when mpox is here' World Health Organization and UNICEF collaborated to develop this book to support the mental health and well-being of children in places with mpox, as well as their parents and caregivers. The story was developed for children aged 6-11 years old. Access the resource -> https://lnkd.in/d5Ud6HqS

??? The February MHINibite Newsletter highlights: ?? - the launch of MHIN Asia hub, ?? - A call to action for mental health services affected by government funding cuts, ?? - MHPSS MSP updates, ?? - lived expert spotlight, ?? - infographic on workplace mental health, and more mental health updates, events, vacancies and opportunities ?? Read more -> https://lnkd.in/dpBfC66Q

?? Call to action: The Impact of USAID & Government Funding Cuts on Global Mental Health – and Reimagining the Future The Global Mental Health Action Network and Mental Health Innovation Network (MHIN) are joining forces to assess how government aid cuts are affecting mental health services worldwide. ?? What are we doing? We’re launching a global survey to anonymously collect insights from mental health programs and professionals impacted by funding cuts. The findings will be shared with policymakers, donors, and global health leaders. We aim to raise awareness, drive advocacy for policy change, and reimagine funding solutions for the sector. ?? Has your mental health work been affected by government aid funding cuts? Complete our survey by 14th March 2025-> https://lnkd.in/gBd8VqiY The survey is available in English, Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, French, Spanish, and Ukrainian

?? Call to action: The Impact of USAID & Government Funding Cuts on Global Mental Health – and Reimagining the Future The Global Mental Health Action Network and Mental Health Innovation Network (MHIN) are joining forces to assess how government aid cuts are affecting mental health services worldwide. ?? What are we doing? We’re launching a global survey to anonymously collect insights from mental health programs and professionals impacted by funding cuts. The findings will be shared with policymakers, donors, and global health leaders. We aim to raise awareness, drive advocacy for policy change, and reimagine funding solutions for the sector. ?? Has your mental health work been affected by government aid funding cuts? Complete our survey by 14th March 2025-> https://lnkd.in/gBd8VqiY The survey is available in English, Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, French, Spanish, and Ukrainian

?? Lived Experience spotlight This blog explores Benon Kabale’s journey which is a testament to his resilience and unwavering commitment to justice. He is also the founder of the Mental Health Recovery Initiative and the 2024 recipient of the Human Rights Watch Marca Bristo Fellowship for courageous leadership in disability rights. ?? Read more -> https://lnkd.in/gkE6tt6P

Summaries from the final day of the #GMHAsia2025 symposium which focused on the intersection between climate change and mental health. We are glad to have the MHIN Asia hub and we look forward to working with the innovators in the region to progress the mental health agenda. Congratulations to the MHIN Asia team & wider SingHealth Duke-NUS Global Health Institute team for organizing the symposium Anne-Claire Stona, MD, MSc Glen Koh, MPH, CHES Renzo Guinto