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Largest independent #mentalhealth NGO in Europe 🚀🇪🇺 | We stand up for #humanrights, fight stigma & advocate for better care Home of #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek

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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Last week we had the pleasure of attending workshops in Brooklyn hosted by one of our funders the Rare Impact Fund! We felt energised by the conversations we had with organisations from across the globe 🌎 We're incredibly grateful for the opportunity 🎉 #MentalHealth #NGO
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Mental health is shaped not only by access to care, but by the conditions in which people live, connect, and participate. Because strong communities are the foundation of good mental health - and #StrongerTogether, we can build societies where everyone can thrive. #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
In our report, Rethink to Rebuild, we explore gender, inequality, mental health, and how addressing these as individual issues won't get us anywhere Check it out here 👇 www.mentalhealtheurope.org/report-r…
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Report: Rethink To Rebuild: Towards Rights-Based and Gender-Just Mental Health Systems in Europe - Mental Health Europe
Rethink to Rebuild: Towards Rights-Based and Gender-Just Mental Health Systems in Europe Mental Health Europe’s latest report, Rethink to Rebuild: Towards Rights-Based and Gender-Just Mental Health Systems in Europe, takes a deep […]
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Stronger Together: Prioritise Mental Health in a Changing Europe This year’s European Mental Health Week focuses on hope, connection, and collective resilience. Find out how you can get involved today! 👇 www.mentalhealtheurope.org/european… #StrongerTogether #EMHW
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European Mental Health Week 2026 - Mental Health Europe
Discover the 2026 edition of the European Mental Health Week. Stronger Together: Prioritise Mental Health in a Changing Europe
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Looking to run the Brussels 20km for a good cause? Look no further - Run for Mental Health is back for 2026! Join us in running toward a better future for mental health and social rights on Sunday March 31st 💚 Register now 👇 www.mentalhealtheurope.org/run-for-ment...
Person running with text asking is this you? It could be Run for Mental Health 2026
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Families Europe @cofaceeu.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
To mark the UN International Day of Care and Support on 29th of October, the European Care Alliance urges the EU to earmark dedicated funding for care and support services in the next EU long-term budget. Read more 👉 coface-eu.org/european-car... #CareAndSupport #EUCareStrategy #SocialEurope
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European Disability Forum @myedf.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Our Board Member Kristijan Grđan addressed @coe.int during the launch of the Recommendation on Equal Rights for Intersex Persons! He stated that our movements share the fight to end non-consensual medical interventions. Withdrawal of additional protocol for Oviedo Convention must follow! 1/2
On the left, EDF Board member Kristijan Grđan speaking in a panel. He is wearing a yellow tie and is flanked by people. A sign interpreter is interpreting in a picture-in-picture setting on the bottom right
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Europe needs to act Risk factors like cost of living, ageing, and digitalisation are growing A stronger EU vision on inclusion, housing, and fair work is essential More from Eurofound's Hans Dubois 🔗 www.mentalhealtheurope.org/europe-n…
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Europe Needs to Act - Hans Dubois Eurofound Guest Blog - Mental Health Europe
In this guest blog post, Hans Dubois (Senior Research Manager at Eurofound), explores his recent report on mental health and risk groups
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Discrimination of those with lived experience of mental health fuels exclusion and worsens well-being 🫂 Tackling discrimination can and will improve mental health across Europe 🔗 www.mentalhealtheurope.org/europe-n…
Europe needs to strengthen resilience by improving living and working conditions, and enhanced employment and social inclusion.
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
Communities are stronger when everyone has a voice 💬 At our Sonar-Cities training in Brussels last week, participants worked together to see how co-creation could address crisis preparedness and resilience 🔗 www.mentalhealtheurope.org/mhe-host…
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MHE Hosts Co-creation Training for SONAR-Cities - Mental Health Europe
Building Resilient Cities Together: MHE Hosts Co-creation Training for SONAR-Cities On 1 October, Mental Health Europe (MHE) welcomed participants from across Europe to Brussels for the co-creation training of the […]
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
Communities are stronger when everyone has a voice 💬 At our Sonar-Cities training in Brussels last week, participants worked together to see how co-creation could address crisis preparedness and resilience 🔗 www.mentalhealtheurope.org/mhe-host…
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MHE Hosts Co-creation Training for SONAR-Cities - Mental Health Europe
Building Resilient Cities Together: MHE Hosts Co-creation Training for SONAR-Cities On 1 October, Mental Health Europe (MHE) welcomed participants from across Europe to Brussels for the co-creation training of the […]
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
🗣️ Discrimination is a public health risk At the PACE, Kristijan Grđan of MHE highlighted how hate speech erodes social cohesion & harms wellbeing, calling for rejection of the Oviedo Protocol More 👇 www.mentalhealtheurope.org/kristija…
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Mental Health Europe Advisor speaks to Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe - Mental Health Europe
Kristijan Grðan addressed the No Hate Parliamentary Alliance at the Council of Europe on “Addressing the mental health impact of hate speech and discrimination.”
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
📅 Here's what's coming up in the next two weeks European Health Forum Gastein will bring together key stakeholders to discuss European health policy @gasteinforum.bsky.social World Mental Health Day: Access to Services - Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies #MentalHealth #Events #Policy
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
At this year’s ECMH, Mental Health Europe Director Kadri Soova opened the event yesterday with a clear message: change is possible - but only if we act together. #MentalHealthRights #EU4Health #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #ECMH25
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
@eurofound.europa.eu new report provides data on mental health across the EU It remains clear, better community and rights based care is crucial to European's mental health We've been calling for a European Mental Health Strategy, this data reinforces the need for one Full report: bit.ly/4pd3rD9
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
📅 What's coming up next week? 💬 European Conference on Mental Health - with Mental Health Europe Director Kadri Soova taking part ⌛ Deadline: input to the public consultation on the new Action Plan for the European Pillar of Social Rights 📣 State of the European Union Address
What's coming up next week?European Conference on Mental Health, speaking Kadri Soova, Director Mental Health Europe, Antwerp, September 10 to 12Deadline for input to the public consultation on the new Action Plan for the European Pillar of Social Rights September 10State of the European Union Address Brussels September 10
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
🚨 Trump’s new exec order expands forced institutionalisation, criminalises homelessness, and rejects proven harm reduction and Housing First approaches This isn’t safety, it’s punishment The real danger is how such policies reinforce stigma, deepen marginalisation, and strip people of their rights
Trump is punishing Homelessness and Mental DistressIn July 2025, President Trump continued his assault on basic human rights.
This time, Trump targeted people affected by homelessness and mental distress by signing an executive order that:
Expands forced institutionalisation, Criminalises homelessness, and Rejects harm reduction and Housing FirstInstead of addressing structural issues, Trump frames people experiencing poverty, homelessness, or mental health ISSUES as a danger 
 - not as human beings.HOMELESSNESS IS NOT A CRIME
The real danger to society is the political choice to:
gut social programs,
punish rather than care,
and reinforce stigma
MENTAL HEALTH IS NOT A CRIME
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
📣 The EU Commission is not withdrawing the Horizontal Equal Treatment Directive. Now it’s time for Member States to act. 🗨️ “Equality and mental health are inseparable, protecting one reinforces the other.” – Kadri Soova 🔗 Read our full reaction: bit.ly/44W7wUu
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
📝 Mental Health Europe welcomes the Council Conclusions on youth mental health in the digital era but calls for stronger community support & regulation of harmful design. Mental health is a right, online & offline. 🔗 bit.ly/4lpppjP
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
Did you know your workplace profoundly impacts mental well-being? As #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek continues, we're focusing on the link between healthy working conditions & a thriving mental state. The European Pillar of Social Rights (EPSR) recognises fair work as a fundamental right (Chapter II).
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
Day five of #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek continues our focus on "Care for mental health, invest in social rights"! We have an incredible line-up of events for tomorrow (23 May) and throughout the weekend to finish:
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ERGO Network @ergonetwork.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
European Mental Health Week Theme: “Care for mental health, invest in social rights” Roma face a mental health crisis caused by systemic poverty, discrimination & exclusion. In Slovakia: • 17.6% of Roma women suffer from depression • Stress, hunger & housing instability are common
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
The world we live in is full of uncertainty. Financial pressures, social isolation, insecurities put pressure on all of us. We are calling for a different approach: "Lighten the Load". #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Day four of #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek is PACKED! Here are the events happening tomorrow, Thursday 22 May:
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Yesterday's #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek event at the European Parliament was a powerful discussion on "Care for Mental Health, Invest in Social Rights"! 💡
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Day 3 of #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek! Here is the agenda for today: At 11:00 CEST, join GAMIAN-Europe for "Making Mental Health Visible: Data as a Tool for Rights." Discover how crucial data is for driving rights-based change and greater investment in mental health. More info:
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Making Mental Health Visible: Data as a Tool for Rights - Mental Health Europe
As part of EU Mental Health Week, we are launching two new dashboards — designed for ongoing updates to reflect Europe's evolving mental health landscape: One mapping the prevalence of mental health…
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
On day two of #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek, we highlight a critical issue: inequalities and discrimination have a significant effect on mental health. The European Pillar of Social Rights (EPSR) is crucial to address these issues for a healthier Europe.
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
Gearing up for the 2nd day of #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek! Tomorrow, do not miss the European Parliament Intergroup on Mental Health first event (16:00-17:30 CEST) on this week's theme "Care for Mental Health, Invest in Social Rights." Info and registration to access the live stream: bit.ly/3EWh3R4
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European Parliament Intergroup on Mental Health Event: Care for Mental Health, Invest in Social Rights - Mental Health Europe
Join us to engage in the discussion on the future of mental health in social policies and how these two policy agendas should advance together so we can thrive and flourish at every stage of life.
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
Welcome to European Mental Health Week! The theme this year is: "Care for mental health, invest in social rights." Today, we explore the crucial role of the European Pillar of Social Rights (EPSR) in building mentally healthy societies. #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 18/05/2025
European Mental Health Week 2025 starts in a few hours! Join 2 insightful events tomorrow: Free webinar (10:00 CEST) on mental health and homelessness: bit.ly/4mhMaaF In Brasov, Romania, multiple events this week on supporting vulnerable mental health: bit.ly/3SHGWao #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 18/05/2025
European Mental Health Week (May 19-25) kicks off tomorrow! Let's shift our perspective: investing in mental health isn't just a social and human rights imperative – it's also a smart economic move for resilient societies. #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 17/05/2025
European Mental Health Week (May 19-25): "Care for mental health, invest in social rights." It's crucial to reflect on how we understand mental health.
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
Get ready 📣 European Mental Health Week 2025 starts Monday, May 19. This year, we're focusing on a vital theme: "Care for mental health, invest in social rights." See the calendar: bit.ly/EMHW25 #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek #MentalHealth #EPSR
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European Mental Health Week 2025 - Mental Health Europe
The European Mental Health Week builds on the long-standing global tradition of celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month in May, and is being held for the sixth time in 2025. It is a chance for every...
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
💼 We're #hiring at Mental Health Europe! We're recruiting a Policy Officer to help shape EU mental health policy and strengthen rights-based approaches across Europe. Excited to work with a passionate team based in Brussels? Apply now 👇 🔗 www.mentalhealtheurope.org/mental-healt...
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Mental Health Europe is looking for a full-time policy officer - Mental Health Europe
We are looking for a new Policy Officer to join our team in Brussels to develop our EU policy work and help to further position Mental Health Europe as the thought leader and knowledge broker on menta...
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
Join us for a key European Mental Health Week event at 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭! 📅 May 20, 16:00-17:30 CEST: "Care for Mental Health, Invest in Social Rights" by the Mental Health Intergroup. Register: bit.ly/3EWh3R4 #MentalHealth #SocialRights
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European Parliament Intergroup on Mental Health Event: Care for Mental Health, Invest in Social Rights - Mental Health Europe
Join us to engage in the discussion on the future of mental health in social policies and how these two policy agendas should advance together so we can thrive and flourish at every stage of life.
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
Last Call! Submit your event for European Mental Health Week 2025 ⏰ Share yours by May 9: bit.ly/3RSuTac See who's involved and the calendar: bit.ly/4jDDXvH #MentalHealthEurope #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
👋 A personal hello from Mental Health Europe’s new Director - Kadri Soova Grateful to join a community committed to mental health, rights & inclusion. I’ll be listening, learning & connecting in the months ahead. Let’s move forward- together! 💚
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
To mark the end of this year’s European Mental Health Week on 25 May, we will be taking part as a team to raise awareness about mental health. If you were lucky enough to secure a place in this year’s 20km, we invite you to join us! Join our team and claim your free t-shirt: bit.ly/MHE20k2025
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Run for Mental Health for the Brussels 20K 2025
Run with the Mental Health Europe for the Brussels 20K to raise awareness about mental health and enjoy a memorable experience!
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
📣 Starting soon! 🔍 Straightening the Facts on EU Funding to NGOs Join this press briefing from @eucivilsociety.bsky.social , @eeb.org , and @transparency-eu.bsky.social, as they set the record straight on EU funding to NGOs events.teams.microsoft.com/event/8f6c1a...
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Our director @marinettic.bsky.social is at a @euractiv.com event on youth mental health "Advancing youth mental wellbeing - How can the EU promote and safeguard it?" The mental health of young people isn’t just about today - it shapes our future.
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
The 6th edition of the European Mental Health Week is approaching, taking place from 19 to 25 May! This year's theme is: "𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵, 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀" Organise your event and join the movement 📣 Ready to participate? Submit your event here by 𝟮 𝗠𝗮𝘆: forms.gle/zSpYYz2Vj3U3...
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
📢 1st EP Intergroup on Mental Health meeting Hosted by Co-Chairs MEPs Alex Saliba (S&D) & @mariawalshmep.bsky.social, with support from co-chairs MEPs Jana Toom & @tillymetz.bsky.social Outcomes 👇 📄 ToR adopted 🤝 Collaboration launched 🎯 2025 priorities discussed
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
🔦 #Preparedness must be inclusive! The EU's strategy rightly calls for a whole-of-society approach – investing in equality, accessibility, trust, mental health and well being is how we build true resilience and preparedness. See the European Commissions full release 👇 ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
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EU Preparedness Union Strategy to prevent and react to emerging threats and crises
Today the Commission and High Representative launch the Preparedness Union Strategy to support Member States and enhance Europe's capability to prevent and respond to emerging threats.
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
In a new joint statement, we are urging the European Commission to expand its ambitions on long-term care and demand: ✅ Rights-based, person-centred care ✅ Support for informal carers (80% are women!) ✅ An end to profit-driven care models ✅ A European Long-Term Care Platform 👉 bit.ly/4c9WKfc
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Joint Statement: The new EU Commission must give space to its ambitions on long-term care
Mental Health Europe and civil society organisations urge the EU to prioritise rights-based long-term care reforms. Read our Joint Statement.
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
When it comes to racism & mental health we need to actively & consciously #FightRacism at every level Systemic & everyday discrimination create persistent and compounded stressors to racialised individuals Check out our report on the mental health impacts of racial discrimination 👇 bit.ly/4kFhdMO
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Racism and discrimination as determinants of mental health - report - Mental Health Europe
This new report explores racism and discrimination as determinants of mental health, and provides concrete recommendations for combating discrimination and promoting equality.
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
#MentalHealth Intergroup co-chairs met today to discuss objectives & scope, aiming to make the intergroup a strong on action, collaboration, and awareness on mental health in the #EU @eppgroup.bsky.social @reneweurope.bsky.social @greens-efa.eu @socialistsanddemocrats.eu @gamian-europe.bsky.social
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
🏃‍♂️ Brussels 20k registrations are OPEN! 🏃‍♀️ Sign up now and run for a cause! Support mental health in Europe by wearing a free Mental Health Europe t-shirt! Grab yours on our website now 📅 Register now: www.20kmdebruxelles.be/en/ 👕 Get your t-shirt: bit.ly/4gJ41mF #Brussels20k #RunForMentalHealth
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
Our Senior Policy Advisor, Kristjan Grđan, spoke to the #UNCRPD Committee reviewing EU compliance with the #DisabilityRights Convention. People with psychosocial disabilities face ongoing rights violations, especially in legal capacity. Read our alternative report: bit.ly/3DGh5Mb
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
🏃‍♂️ Registrations for the Brussels 20k open tomorrow! Support mental health in Europe by running in a free Mental Health Europe t-shirt 👇 📅 Don’t miss out! Registration opens at 9.00 am! 👕 Get your t-shirt here: www.mentalhealtheurope.org/run-for-ment... #Brussels20k #RunForMentalHealth
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Run for Mental Health for the Brussels 20K 2025
Run with the Mental Health Europe for the Brussels 20K to raise awareness about mental health and enjoy a memorable experience!
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Mental Health Europe @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
🚨 The European Commission plans to withdraw the Horizontal Anti-Discrimination Directive - a major blow to human rights & inclusion We urge them to reconsider or propose a strong alternative Full statement: www.mentalhealtheurope.org/mental-healt... #HumanRights #Discrimination #MentalHealth
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Mental Health Europe reaction – withdrawal of Equal Treatment Directive - Mental Health Europe
Mental Health Europe is alarmed by the European Commission decision to withdraw the Horizontal Anti-Discrimination Directive, as outlined in the 2025 Work Programme priorities
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