Introduction:
- Announcing the 10th Annual Leadership in Mental Health Course at the American University in Cairo (AUC).
- Overview of the course dates: June 2nd to 12th, 2024.
Scholarship Opportunities:
- Limited scholarships available from AUC for individuals from low-income countries in the Middle East.
- Africa CDC Mental Health Leadership Programme (MHLP) sponsoring 25 public health professionals from Africa.
- Emphasis on promoting cross-regional collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Program Details:
- Overview of the MHLP: a three-year flagship program aimed at equipping the public mental health workforce with essential skills and knowledge.
- Objectives: Influencing mental health policy, legislation, and practice at all levels of healthcare systems.
- Importance of a public health and human rights lens in addressing mental health challenges.
Application Process:
- Completion of the registration form required.
- Specification of scholarship preference: AUC, Africa CDC, or self-sponsorship.
- Application deadline: April 26th, 2024.
- Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcEW8rCCSF756ym1FgDtEoMXtjciFVjyZurqbpuGOW9fDL6A/viewform
Course Highlights:
- Description of course activities: discussions, exercises, and collaborative projects.
- Focus on addressing mental health complexities in the Eastern Mediterranean region and beyond.
- Integration of public health principles and human rights perspectives by Africa CDC’s MHLP.
- Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcEW8rCCSF756ym1FgDtEoMXtjciFVjyZurqbpuGOW9fDL6A/viewform