The World Mental Healthcare Association (WMH) follows a structured leadership framework to ensure ethical governance, strategic direction, and responsible execution of its initiatives.
WMH’s leadership is designed to support its mission of advancing mental healthcare through advocacy, education, professional collaboration, and the promotion of responsible practice.
Advisory Board
The Advisory Board of the World Mental Healthcare Association provides strategic guidance and expert counsel on matters related to mental health advocacy, professional standards, education, and organisational priorities.
The Board brings together experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds to support informed decision-making and long-term direction.
Advisory Board Members
- Dr. Vivek Agarwala
- Dr. Neha Choudhary
- Dr. Debasish Sanyal
- Dr. Mallika Banerjee
- Dr. Debanjan Mandal
- Dr. Parthasarathi Roychowdhury
- Rajneeta Saha Mukhopadhyay
Committees
WMH operates through focused committees that support the planning and execution of its core activities.
Committees may be constituted to oversee areas such as:
- Advocacy and policy initiatives
- Education, publications, and professional resources
- Events, training programs, and professional engagement
Committee members contribute subject-matter expertise and work under the broader leadership framework of WMH.
Chapters
Regional chapters are established to coordinate WMH activities at local and regional levels.
Each chapter functions in alignment with WMH’s objectives and operates under defined leadership roles to ensure:
- Organised execution of programs
- Regional professional engagement
- Responsible administrative oversight
Chapters enable WMH to maintain a strong local presence while remaining aligned with its national and global vision.
How WMH Works
WMH functions through a clear and coordinated structure:
- Advisory & Leadership Layer
Provides strategic guidance, ethical oversight, and institutional direction. - Committees
Translate strategy into focused programs, initiatives, and professional activities. - Chapters
Implement programs at regional levels and support community engagement among professionals.
This structure ensures clarity, accountability, and effective collaboration across all levels of the organisation.