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Thank you to the Hewlett Foundation
On behalf of United for Global Mental Health, I’m pleased to share the news that the Hewlett Foundation has donated $250,000 to our work.
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The Global Advocate
A blog from United for Global Mental Health and partners, offering diverse opinions and insights on global mental health advocacy.
Articles
News, Suicide Decriminalisation
Decriminalising suicide: Saving lives, reducing stigma – our latest report
Ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day this week, we are pleased to launch our latest report - Decriminalising Suicide: Saving Lives, Reducing Stigma. Produced with the support of Thomson Reuters Foundation’s TrustLaw programme and an international law firm who led and conducted the research, it is designed as a tool for campaigners and advocates seeking to decriminalise suicide around the world.
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Education, News
A mental health tsunami in Tonga
By Dr Leonaitasi Hoponoa, founder of the Tonga Mental Health and Disabilities Association
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News
Fit For Life Foundation joins the Leadership Circle
We are pleased to announce that Fit for Life Foundation are the latest members to join our Leadership Circle. As part of a select group of philanthropists, Fit for Life Foundation will work with United for Global Mental Health to better understand the mental health challenges facing older people, the link between mental health and physical activity, and how businesses can support employees’ mental health by enabling them to be more physically active.
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News, UHC
An historic moment for mental health
Mental Health took a leading role at the 148th session of the World Health Organisation's Executive Board this month.
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News
Our new three-year strategy: Q&A with our CEO, Sarah Kline
Sarah is a co-founder of UnitedGMH and served as Deputy CEO for the first three years. She was appointed interim CEO in February 2021 and led the development of the new three year strategy for the next phase of UnitedGMH’s work. We are now delighted to share our strategy for 2021-2024.
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Education, News
The march of young mental health champions
We often talk about how the growing movement for mental health is being led by inspirational young people from around the world. This week, our own young champions have met the Sussexes, been chosen as a WEF Young Global Leader, and been featured on the BBC.
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News, UHC
Historic First as mental health is integrated into Global Declaration on Universal Health Coverage
The UN High-Level Meeting on Universal Health Coverage (HLM UHC) will take place during the UN General Assembly on Monday 23 September at the UN Building in New York City alongside the UN General Assembly.
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Education, News
#Moveformentalhealth on TikTok This World Mental Health Day!
This year, we’ve joined forces with the World Health Organization, the World Federation for Mental Health and TikTok to bring you the #MoveForMentalHealth challenge.
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