7 Units of GMHPN
GMHPN Units are crafted to optimize efficiency, enhance productivity, and achieve high-quality outcomes that resonate with our overarching vision and objectives.
- Experts By Experience Consultancy Services (EbE): We unlock the power of lived experience expertise through our EbE Unit, through partnering with all sectors in society to elevate mental health and well-being, and making a meaningful impact in reshaping policies and practices, in collaboration with our members, for a brighter, more compassionate future.
- Peer-to-Peer Mentorship, Education, Empowerment & Development (P2P): The P2P Unit at GMHPN is dedicated to nurturing and empowering individuals with lived experience of mental health conditions, providing them with a robust platform for growth and leadership in global mental health advocacy. Through mentorship programs, educational initiatives, and skill development opportunities, this unit aims to equip individuals with the knowledge and tools necessary to emerge as influential leaders in mental health advocacy on a global scale. By fostering a supportive and enriching environment, the unit strives to build a cadre of empowered advocates who contribute significantly to reshaping mental health narratives and policies worldwide.
- Benchwarmers - Peer Support (PS): GMHPN's PS Unit is a cornerstone of our commitment to fostering mental health and wellbeing within our community. Through peer-to-peer support, this unit offers a safe and empathetic space for members to share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs in navigating the complexities of mental health. With a focus on solidarity and understanding, our PS Unit plays a pivotal role in creating a supportive network within GMHPN, where individuals uplift and empower each other. Together, we strengthen the bonds of our community, promoting resilience and fostering a culture of compassion and shared understanding.
- Young Agents for Change (YA4C): GMHPN's YA4C Unit recognizes the pivotal role of young people as catalysts for transformation in mental health. Our unit is dedicated to empowering, developing, and supporting these young change agents, ensuring they have a significant voice in both global and local discussions and decision-making platforms. We believe in fostering the next generation of leaders who will contribute to positive shifts in mental health paradigms.
- Communications and Awareness (C&A): The GMHPN's C&A Unit serves as a powerful conduit, amplifying the voices of individuals with lived experience in the public domain. Through strategic communication initiatives, we strive to bring the authentic experiences of people with mental health conditions to the forefront, fostering awareness and understanding that drives positive change in the mental health landscape.
- Focused Initiatives (FI): GMHPN's FI Unit is dedicated to undertaking initiatives with the potential for significant impact on mental health and that are able to elevate the integration of people with lived experience of mental health conditions in policy and practice. Focused on strategic endeavours, this unit navigates specific projects to make a substantial and lasting difference in the global mental health landscape. 2025 Projects: a) From Recognition to Realisation: Equal Pay for Work of Equal Value - Lived Experience Expertise in Global Mental Health – GMHPN has co-produced a framework aimed at accelerating progress in the equitable and ethical remuneration of lived experience (LE) expertise in global mental health, with funding support generously provided by Kokoro and Vitol Foundation. b) Countdown Global Mental Health 2030 where GMHPN partnered with Stellenbosch University to conduct an annual global survey to collect data tracking progress in areas such as stigma and discrimination reduction efforts, the availability, accessibility, and quality of mental health services and support, the inclusion of lived experience expertise in policy and service development, and legal frameworks and human rights in mental health.
- Operational Development and Sustainability (OD&S): The GMHPN's OD&S Unit is dedicated to fostering transparency, consistent growth, sustainability, and innovation. With a commitment to upholding our global reputation, we strive to stay abreast of emerging developments and evidence, ensuring that our organisation evolves in alignment with the ever-changing landscape of mental health.
What we do
As an international organisation for and run by persons with lived experience, we hold a wealth of expertise and power in diversity among our lived experience representatives.
We develop global lived experience leadership in mental health
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We provide a safe and engaging communication and engagement platform for people with lived experience from diverse backgrounds |
Throughout our structures and online platforms, we provide a safe space where people with lived experience are able to express their views, opinions, perspectives and share their experiences.
Global Representation
We pride ourselves for taking equality in every aspect serious and make sure that our global representation reflects equality in gender, sexual identity, race, age group, demographic, etc.
GMHPN values:
- the voices and experiences of people with lived experience of a mental health condition
- ideals of empowerment, enablement and development
- meaningful and authentic inclusion and participation of persons with lived experience as key partners
Reflecting on the GMHPN journey ...
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What are we up to ...
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From Recognition to Realisation: An evidence-based model for equitable compensation of Lived Experience expertise in Global Mental Health
We extend an invitation to GMHPN Members and Fellow Peer Experts By Experience, as well as Organisations and Entities to participate in this initiative by completing an anonymous electronic survey. Your input will contribute essential data for determining model parameters and promoting fair and ethical remuneration practices for lived experience expertise. |
