At the Cutting Edge of Global Mental Health: The Global Mental Health Research Seminar Series

In the academic year 2022-2023, the MSc in Global Mental Health students have played an instrumental role in organising an insightful seminar series that delves into key topics within the realm of global mental health. Building upon the success of the previous year, this series has continued to be a platform for fostering dialogue, sharing knowledge, and exploring diverse perspectives on mental health challenges worldwide.

Seminar 1: October 31^st, 2022

Topic: Adapting Vintage Research Methods To New Realities: Lessons Learned During and Post-Pandemic Fieldwork Scenarios in Ukraine

Guest speakers: Dr. Irina Zaviryukha; Dr. Julia Rozanova 

Discussant: Leah Bulka;  Zara Bracegirdle 

Chair: Dr. Nikita Nalawade

Seminar 2: December 1^st, 2022

Topic: Ending Stigma and Discrimination in Mental Health

Guest speakers: Professor Sir Graham Thornicroft; Ms Charlene Sunkel 

Discussants: Irene Prince; Lauren McPhail 

Chair: Ruqoyah Oqunbiyi

Seminar 3: March 7^th, 2023

Topic: From Research to Practice: an Indonesian Perspective 

Guest speakers: Gaby Gabriela Langi;  Made Diah Negara 

Discussants: Jaeden Joyner; Laura Kho 

Chair: Hizkia Yolanda

Seminar 4: April 4^th, 2023

Topic: Developing Mental Health Services in Somaliland: Opportunities and Challenges in Designing and Implementing the Mental Health Policy and Strategic Plan

Guest speaker: Dr Liban Ahmed Hersi

Discussants: Payal Khatore ; Nehmiea Melese

Chair: Ian Gabrielle Hipol

Seminar 5: April 18^th, 2023

Topic: Effective Interventions for Drug Policy: Prioritizing the Public Good 

Guest speaker: Professor Sir John Strang

Discussant: Vanessa Dzoro 

Chair: Omolayo Anjorin 

Seminar 6: May 22^nd, 2023

Topic: Understanding Notions of Community for Wellbeing and Mental Health Support: An Overview

Guest speaker: Dr. K. V. Kishore Kumar

Discussants: Laura Kho;  Sadhani Rajapakse

Chair: Dr. Nikita Nalawade