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The 4th Global Mental Health Advocacy Forum

Reimagining Global Mental Health: No Voice Left Behind

2-4 February 2026 (Philippines & Online)

The Global Mental Health Advocacy Forum 2026 will be the fourth global event organised by the Global Mental Health Action Network. It will take place in the beautiful Philippines and online, and we are looking forward to working with a range of local members and partners doing exciting work in the country and region.

The Forum is the largest convening of civil society stakeholders working on mental health advocacy. This event unites experts and advocates from 170+ countries who are dedicated to improving mental health for all.

Our Global Mental Health Advocacy Forum showcases the efforts of global mental health advocacy and provides a platform to strengthen collective impact. It is the largest gathering of its kind in the world, bringing together people often not included in other international conferences and gatherings, including activists, grassroots organisations, practitioners, researchers, UN agencies and donors. 

Save the date now: 2nd - 4th February 2026 (Philippines & Online)

Why IloIlo City? Inspired by the exciting developments in mental health in the Philippines, we're thrilled to be hosting our event in the beautiful Iloilo City - the first ever convening of its kind in Asia! There is much to learn from the country’s experience - its supportive mental health laws, expanded service delivery system, advances in digital mental health and a nearly twenty-fold increase in government mental health financing. Iloilo City is a disruptive choice, known within the region for its progressive approach to climate and conservation, championing mental health in school curriculums, incredibly preserved heritage sites, and unforgettable food scene.

Did you know? Iloilo City is known as the Philippines’ ‘City of Love’ and was named UNESCO’s Gastronomy City of the Year in 2023! 

We look forward to putting a spotlight on this special city and welcoming you here in 2026.

• Knowledge Exchanges • Panel Discussions • Advocacy Workshops • Donor Roundtables • Networking

• Knowledge Exchanges • Panel Discussions • Advocacy Workshops • Donor Roundtables • Networking

Registration for online and in-person participation in the Advocacy Forum is opening soon!

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This event is exclusively for GMHAN members! Not a member? Sign up now to join this exciting event bringing together mental health champions and changemakers from across the world.

The GMHAN Annual Meeting Key Benefits

  • Provide a unique opportunity for global mental health advocates to convene and build relationships on a scale like no other

  • Engage with decision makers and thought leaders outside of the membership base, who are crucial to the development of the field of global mental health

  • Build networks and relationships to help achieve impact through collective mental health activism

  • Leverage the collective voice of the Action Network members to learn, develop your practice and engage influential stakeholders