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Conference on Mental Health Recovery
The 2nd One Health Conference, titled “One Health Approach to Mental Health: Mental Health Recovery in Times of Crisis”, was successfully held on December 6-7, 2024, at the Grand Palace Hotel in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Organized by the Department of Psychiatry at SPHMMC, the Center for International Health (CIH LMU), and the Global Mental Health Research Group of Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, the event brought together key stakeholders including policymakers, researchers, practitioners, caregivers, and individuals with lived experience.
Her Excellency Dr. Selamawit Ayele, NCD and Mental Health Desk Lead at the Ministry of Health, delivered the opening address, emphasizing the need for collaborative approaches to tackle mental health crises in Ethiopia.
The conference focused on three key themes: Rehabilitation and Recovery, The One-Health Approach to Conflict Response, and Innovative Approaches to Mental Health Recovery. Keynote speeches and panel discussions provided actionable strategies and insights to enhance mental health recovery services. The event was a resounding success, fostering meaningful connections and promoting resilience in times of crisis.
Special thanks to Dr. Surafel Worku for leading the organizing team, and heartfelt gratitude to all contributors for making the conference a success. The insights gained will play a pivotal role in strengthening Ethiopia's mental health services moving forward.
BY St.Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College
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