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The MEP Alliance for Mental Health (established in 2009 as the European Parliament Interest Group on Mental Health, Wellbeing and Brain Disorders) aims to bring together MEPs and relevant stakeholders advocate the development of sound EU policies which contribute to the prevention of mental ill health and ensure appropriate and high quality services and person-centred care, empowering those affected. The Group meets 2-3 times a year; these meetings provide an opportunity to underline the need for EU-level activities to take the field of mental health into account in a variety of areas and plan advocacy activities. The secretariat for this Group is being provided by GAMIAN-Europe.

What I Wish People Knew: World Suicide Prevention Day 2026

10 September 2026Every year on 10 September, World Suicide Prevention Day. GAMIAN-Europe joins the global effort to raise awareness about suicide, challenge stigma and encourage more open and supportive conversations.This year, we wanted to start by listening.As part of the What I Wish People Knew campaign, we invited three people with lived experience to share their stories. In their own words, they explain what they wish others had understood when they were struggling.Their experiences are...

GAMIAN-Europe calls for mental health to be integrated into cancer care across Europe

European Week Against Cancer 2026  From 25 to 31 May 2026, GAMIAN-Europe joined the European Week Against Cancer, the annual awareness campaign organised by the Association of European Cancer Leagues under the theme "Together against cancer inequalities”.   For GAMIAN-Europ when we talk about cancer inequalities, mental health cannot be left out of the conversation. According to the European Cancer Leagues, every 9 seconds someone in Europe receives a cancer diagnosis. The emotional and...

GAMIAN-Europe Annual General Meeting 2026 connects Members in Prague

On 16 May 2026, GAMIAN-Europe welcomed members from across Europe to Prague, Czech Republic, for its Annual General Meeting (AGM). The meeting brought together 35 participants from mental health patient organisations, advocacy groups, and partner institutions across 19 countries. Members reflected on the organisation’s progress, discussed future priorities, and strengthened collaboration across the network. Reflecting on Progress and Looking Ahead The meeting provided an opportunity to review...

What I Wish People Knew: World Suicide Prevention Day 2026

10 September 2026Every year on 10 September, World Suicide Prevention Day. GAMIAN-Europe joins the global effort to raise awareness about suicide, challenge stigma and encourage more open and supportive conversations.This year, we wanted to start by listening.As part...

GAMIAN-Europe Annual General Meeting 2026 connects Members in Prague

On 16 May 2026, GAMIAN-Europe welcomed members from across Europe to Prague, Czech Republic, for its Annual General Meeting (AGM). The meeting brought together 35 participants from mental health patient organisations, advocacy groups, and partner institutions across...

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