Our Mission
The mission of the World Mental Healthcare Association (WMH) is to strengthen mental healthcare systems by supporting mental health professionals, advancing ethical and evidence-based practice, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and contributing to informed mental health advocacy at institutional and policy levels.
WMH works to create a structured professional ecosystem that promotes accountability, continuous learning, and responsible engagement within the global mental healthcare community.
Our Vision
WMH envisions a world in which mental healthcare is:
- Delivered in accordance with high ethical and professional standards
- Supported by strong, collaborative professional communities
- Informed by evidence, research, and responsible practice
- Recognised as an essential component of public health and social well-being
Through sustained advocacy, education, and professional collaboration, WMH seeks to contribute to mental healthcare systems that are accessible, credible, and aligned with global best practices.
Our Guiding Principles
Professional Integrity
WMH upholds ethical conduct, responsibility, and accountability as foundational to mental healthcare practice.
Evidence-Aligned Practice
WMH promotes approaches grounded in research, clinical knowledge, and professional consensus.
Collaboration & Inclusion
WMH encourages interdisciplinary cooperation and respectful engagement across diverse professional and cultural contexts.
Public Responsibility
WMH recognises mental healthcare as a public health priority and supports initiatives that serve the broader interests of society.