10th Annual Course Leadership in Mental Health Course at the American University in Cairo (Scholarships available)

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