30–31 March 2027 · Kigali, Rwanda · Hosted by the Government of Rwanda
Heads of delegation, global health leaders, researchers, practitioners and people with lived experience. The full line-up will be announced as speakers are confirmed.
Host
Minister of Health, Republic of Rwanda
As Minister of Health, Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana leads the Government of Rwanda’s preparations for the summit, building on the country’s decentralised, community-based approach to mental health care.
“Rwanda is honoured to host the 7th Global Ministerial Mental Health Summit. This is an opportunity to share our experience, learn from countries around the world and strengthen collaboration to improve mental health care.”
Line-up
The programme will feature voices from every region and every part of the mental health system. Subscribe for updates to hear first when speakers are announced.
Ministers of health and their counterparts from finance, education and social protection.
Leaders from the World Health Organization, UN agencies and regional bodies.
Advocates and peer leaders shaping policy as equal partners.
Evidence and frontline experience from across Africa and beyond.
The generation most affected, and most determined to change the story.
Community health workers and civil society organisations delivering care locally.
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We particularly welcome recommendations of people with lived experience and practitioners from low- and middle-income countries. Choose “Recommend a speaker” in the registration form.
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Programme, speakers and registration news, a few times before March 2027.
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30–31 March 2027 · Kigali, Rwanda
