Reporting on the summit
Key facts, accreditation and guidance for journalists covering the 7th Global Ministerial Mental Health Summit.
At a glance
Key facts
- Event
- 7th Global Ministerial Mental Health Summit
- Dates
- 30–31 March 2027
- Location
- Kigali, Rwanda
- Host
- Government of Rwanda, Ministry of Health
- Theme
- Mental Health for All: Transforming Systems, Expanding Access, Changing Lives
- Series
- Annual since 2018: London, Amsterdam, Paris, Rome, Buenos Aires, Doha
About the summit
The Global Ministerial Mental Health Summit is the only international meeting of ministers dedicated solely to mental health. Founded in London in 2018, the series has since been hosted in Amsterdam, Paris, Rome, Buenos Aires and Doha. The 7th summit, hosted by the Government of Rwanda in Kigali on 30–31 March 2027, is the first on the African continent. Under the theme “Mental Health for All: Transforming Systems, Expanding Access, Changing Lives”, it brings together ministers, policymakers, researchers, practitioners, civil society and people with lived experience.
Accreditation
Cover the summit in person
Media accreditation will open ahead of the summit. Register your interest now by choosing “Media accreditation” in the form, including your outlet and role, and we will send guidance as soon as it is published.
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Words matter
How mental health and suicide are reported can reduce stigma and save lives. We ask all media covering the summit to follow international guidance.
- Use person-first language: “a person living with depression”, not “a depressive”.
- Avoid describing suicide methods or locations, and avoid sensational headlines.
- Include information on where to find help, such as Rwanda’s toll-free line 114.
- Feature stories of recovery and hope, and the voices of people with lived experience.