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This guidance note aims to support programme implementers, coordinators, and other humanitarian actors in addressing suicide and self-harm in humanitarian settings.

Wellcome Trust report summarising lessons learned about the evidence for ‘active ingredients’ of effective interventions for youth anxiety and depression

Research shows that social contact is the best evidence-based intervention to reduce stigma. Within the context of a rapid development of remote technology, and COVID-19-related restrictions for face-to-face contact, the aim of this paper is to categorise, compare and define indirect social contact (ISC) interventions to reduce stigma and discrimination in mental health in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) The aims of this systematic review are to address the gap in research on ISC in LMICs by categorising, comparing and defining ISC interventions to reduce mental health-related stigma in LMICs.

This is a Wellcome Trust report on understanding what next for workplace mental health

The infographic highlights Challenges and Opportunities for Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) in the COVID-19 Response in Africa.

A structured methodology and tools for producing case studies of community mental health programs

Launch of the World Mental Health Report: Transforming mental health for all

The new publication by UNAIDS and the World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes the importance of integrating HIV and mental health services and other interventions, including linkages to social protection services, for people living with HIV and other vulnerable populations.

DIYouth Advocacy is a free resource to empower young people to advocate for their mental health rights. It has been created by young people, in consultation with mental health advocates, experts, and community leaders, taking inspiration from global advocacy toolkits. The resource is designed for young people to build their understanding of legal provisions related to mental healthcare in India, and access tools to lead and implement advocacy initiatives.

Global Launch of the WHO QualityRights e-training to advance mental health, eliminate stigma and promote community inclusion. Complete WHO's free QualityRights e-training & get a certificate!

The World Health Organization has launched a new online course that introduces participants to Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in emergencies.

This briefing is a summary of lessons learnt from experiences of frontline practitioners in the field, who described innovative strategies they put in place to ensure mental health service continuation during the COVID-19 pandemic.