European Conference on Mental Health – an international forum for mental health

Antwerp, Belgium, September 10–12, 2025 The European Conference on Mental Health (ECMH) is an annual international conference that brings together mental health professionals, researchers, experts by experience, and service users from around…

Antwerp, Belgium, September 10–12, 2025

The European Conference on Mental Health (ECMH) is an annual international conference that brings together mental health professionals, researchers, experts by experience, and service users from around the world. The event emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, the exchange of research and practical experience, and the development of new solutions to support mental health.

Logo for the 13th European Conference on Mental Health. It features the acronym ECMH surrounded by a circular pattern of colorful dots, with the text 13th European Conference on Mental Health to the right.

Why participate?

  • Networking: An opportunity to meet colleagues and experts from different countries.
  • Latest knowledge: Presentations of research, practical development, and lived experience.
  • Diversity of voices: Space is given also to first-time participants, experts by experience, and representatives from countries with limited resources.
  • Inspiration: Keynote lectures, posters, and workshops bring new perspectives to mental health work.

What happens?

The conference offers a diverse program including:

  • keynote lectures on current topics such as the importance of peer support and workplace wellbeing
  • parallel sessions presenting research, practical methods, and new services
  • poster presentations and “Poster Dating” sessions
  • workshops that develop participatory and creative approaches
  • networking opportunities and relaxed social events, including the conference dinner.

Niemikotisäätiö participating

Niemikotisäätiö will take part in the 2025 ECMH conference with a nine-member delegation and will contribute to the program with three different presentations. This provides an excellent opportunity to showcase the foundation’s expertise and share experiences within the international community of professionals.