December 17

New co-chairs of European Parliament’s Coalition for Mental Health and Wellbeing announced

Mental Health Europe is pleased to introduce the new co-chairs of the Coalition of Mental Health and Wellbeing in the European Parliament.

October 9

Mental health is not a Cinderella issue: it is a fundamental human right and a wise investment in the future

To mark World Mental Health Day 2020, MHE urges governments to step up efforts in supporting the mental health of millions of Europeans.

May 4

Together we can make it

Mental Health Europe launches the first European mental health awareness week ‘Together we can make it’ to highlight the importance of mental health during the COVID-19 crisis and beyond.

February 27

New data shows the need for mental health synergies across Europe

MHE has conducted a scoping review of the national developments in mental health policies from 2017 to 2019.

February 19

Turn promises into action: put mental health at the heart of EU policy-making

Members of the European Parliament and civil society call on the European Commission to develop EU Mental Health Strategy.

December 18

Adequate funding needed to support migrants’ mental health, new report finds

On International Migrants Day, Mental Health Europe and the European Public Health Alliance release a summary report looking into the use of EU funds for migrants' mental health.

December 10

What we really need is support, not coercion

Mental Health Europe marks Human Rights Day today by calling on the European States to promote mental health services that respect human rights.

October 10

To build a Europe without suicide, governments must act now

In a call to mark World Mental Health Day 2019, Mental Health Europe urges national governments to incorporate suicide prevention into national health, education and labour programmes and the EU to take the lead in supporting Member State in these efforts.

August 12

Young people and mental health: new infographic explains how to help adolescents thrive

On International Youth Day, Mental Health Europe releases a new infographic with guidance on how to promote young people’s mental health.

July 24

MHE’s reaction to the Draft Council Conclusions on the Economy of Well-being

On 25 July 2019, members of the Social Questions Working Party will discuss the Draft Council Conclusions on the Economy of Well-being prepared by the Finnish Presidency to the Council of the European Union.

June 26

MHE’s reaction to the Council of Europe’s resolution on ending coercion in mental health

On 26 June 2019, the Council of Europe’s Parliamentary Assembly adopted resolution and recommendations on ending coercion in mental health. Mental Health Europe welcomes the adoption of this resolution.

May 9

MHE reveals second collaboration with the Swedish fashion brand Monki

Embrace your feels

April 28

World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2019: No Future of Work without Mental Health

No Future of Work without Mental Health

April 7

World Health Day: European health organisations speak out on Universal Health Coverage

An urgent call for EU action to deliver the right to health

March 6

European Elections 2019: Did you know that thousands of Europeans will not be able to vote because of their disability?

MHE launches new video on the right to vote

January 23

New report from Mental Health Europe unveils ambiguous links between the health industry and the medical community

A unique report

November 27

Health at a glance 2018: mental health as a major European public health concern

MHE hopes the 2018 Health at a Glance report will serve as a wake-up call for the EU and its Member States.

October 10

MHE, MEPs, Commission and Young People come together to mark World Mental Health Day

MHE has marked World Mental Health Day (10 October 2018) by bringing together young people, politicians and experts.

July 11

NGOs, academics and MEPs: Use future EU funding to promote human rights compliant mental health services

Mental health experts have called on the European Union (EU) to use the next round of EU funding to promote further reforms to mental health services.

June 18

MHE joins call urging Ministers to adopt Directive crucial for the mental health of workers

This week Ministers will meet to decide whether to back the Directive on Work-Life Balance for Parents and Carers.

May 23

2019 European Parliament elections: it is time to show that the voices of all EU citizens count

Outdated laws mean 500,000 people could be denied the right to vote.

April 28

World Day for Safety and Health at Work: Preserving the mental health of young workers and future generations

April 7

World Health Day 2018 and Health coverage for All: Bringing physical and mental health together

March 8

Ireland finally ratifies the UN CRPD

A long awaited ratification

March 8

International Women’s Day 2018: Work-life balance as a game changer for gender equality and mental health

Time to take action for gender equality.

January 30

Co-production: Working together to create inclusive employment opportunities

Joint Event of the Taskforce “Support Services of Tomorrow'.

January 1

New report reveals flaws and human rights challenges in mental health systems across Europe

Launch of Mapping and Understanding Exclusion in Europe, 2018 Edition.

October 11

World Mental Health Day 2017 Migration: mental health is not the problem, it’s the solution

World Mental Health Day 2017 in the European Parliament, discussing mental health and migration.

October 9

Did you say social Europe? MHE’s reaction the Country Specific Recommendations

Did you say social Europe? MHE’s reaction the Country Specific Recommendations.

October 9

A window of opportunity for a fair, social and supportive European Union

A window of opportunity for a fair, social and supportive European Union.