This professional-focused day brings together mental health practitioners, social workers, educators, community leaders, and activists to deepen the conversation around mental health in Barcelona. Through keynote talks, a roundtable discussion, lived-experience testimonies, and participatory workshops, we will collectively explore how to reduce stigma, strengthen access to care, and foster a more supportive, inclusive culture of wellbeing.

For whom:
This event is designed for professionals and students in the fields of psychology, psychiatry, social work, education, and community health, as well as activists, NGO staff, and local policymakers interested in mental health and social inclusion. It is especially relevant for those working with migrants, refugees, LGBTQ+ individuals, survivors of violence, and other groups at risk of social exclusion.

Agenda:

• Opening talks by mental health professionals:
  • Вінсент Саймон ван Гронделл, Founder & Director of Iguality
  • Marta Figueras, General Health Psychologist
• Roundtable with the following experts:
  • Marta Figueras, General Health Psychologist
  • Еное Парада, Psychologist at Iguality
  • Лучіана Вахокієр, Art Therapist and Care Coordinator
  • Вінсент Саймон ван Гронделл, Founder & Director of Iguality
• Testimonials from the Iguality community in Barcelona
• Small group discussions and structured conversations
• Participatory workshop: co-creating proposals for action
• Closing circle

This event is part of the project “A Culture of Community Mental Health”, promoted by Iguality. It complements the professional day “Building a Culture of Positive Mental Health”, ensuring that knowledge, care, and creativity flow between experts and the wider community. We also express our gratitude to Convent de Sant Agustí for offering their wonderful space for this important event.