WELCOME MESSAGE | Mental Health 2026

Dear Colleagues,

It is my honor and joy to welcome you to the 4th World Congress on Advances in Mental Health and Psychiatry—a landmark event where passionate professionals, researchers, clinicians, and policymakers come together to shape the future of mental health and psychiatry. As a Scientific Committee Member and Keynote Speaker, I am thrilled to be part of this inspiring gathering—one that fosters collaboration, knowledge exchange, and transformative discussions to advance mental health care worldwide.

This year’s theme, "Frontiers in Mental Health and Psychiatry Research," highlights our shared commitment to driving innovation, addressing urgent challenges, and embracing groundbreaking solutions. Over these transformative days, we will engage in thought-provoking sessions, exchange cutting-edge research, and explore forward-thinking strategies designed to create meaningful change in mental health policies, practices, and research.

London, a city renowned for its excellence in mental health and medical innovation, provides the perfect setting for deep learning, inspiring conversations, and impactful collaborations. With its rich legacy of public health advancements, biomedical breakthroughs, and interdisciplinary expertise, London stands as a beacon for the future of psychiatric care.

As we gather, I encourage each of you to embrace new perspectives, share insights, and build lasting connections that will extend far beyond this conference. Together, through scientific discovery, policy evolution, and global cooperation, we have the power to reshape mental health care and build a brighter, more equitable future.

I look forward to welcoming you to London and embarking on this meaningful journey together.

Warmest regards,

Dr. Ann Marie Leonard-Zabel

Scientific Committee Member & Keynote Speaker

2026 London Advances in Mental Health and Psychiatry Conference

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It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the 4th World Congress on Advances in Mental Health and Psychiatry (Mental Health 2026), to be held in the vibrant city of London, UK, on March 23–24, 2026.

This Congress convenes a diverse and dynamic community of mental health professionals, researchers, policymakers, and advocates who are united by a shared commitment to advancing mental health care across the globe. It is a timely and urgent gathering, as our world continues to grapple with complex and compounding challenges that deeply affect mental well-being.

From armed conflict, political violence, and forced displacement, to natural disasters, detention, and other forms of social and environmental upheaval, millions of individuals around the world continue to endure traumatic experiences that leave profound and lasting psychological scars. These realities not only impact individuals and families but also strain mental health systems and demand innovative, compassionate, and culturally sensitive responses.

At Mental Health 2026, we will explore the latest scientific advances, therapeutic innovations, and holistic approaches to care. We will share critical insights from the frontlines, elevate underrepresented voices, and foster cross-disciplinary and international collaborations. Most importantly, we will reaffirm our collective commitment to building resilient, inclusive, and equitable mental health systems for all.

I invite you to participate wholeheartedly—engage with new ideas, challenge assumptions, and be inspired by the passion and dedication of your peers.

Together, we have the opportunity to shape the future of mental health and make a lasting impact on the lives of individuals and communities across the world.

Warmest regards,

Alean Al-Krenawi, PhD

Visiting Professor at the Resilience Research Centre, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Canada, and affiliated researcher at the Centre for Research on Immigration and Settlement, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada