MHFA International Summit
Mental Health First Aid International (MHFAI) and pro mente Austria are pleased to invite you to save the date for the MHFA International Summit – Global Connections, Global Impact.
Over the past 25 years, MHFAI has built a global movement dedicated to early intervention and prevention, empowering individuals to support those experiencing mental health problems and improving mental health literacy in communities.
We are proud to celebrate our milestone year with our international partners, providing an opportunity for us all to connect, share insights, strengthen collaboration, and celebrate 25 years of impact together.
This exciting opportunity marks the first in-person global gathering of partners since 2019.
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Learn about pro mente Austria
pro mente Austria currently has 26 member organisations, who employ more than 5,500 people all over Austria. They provide care work and services for people who are suffering from mental health issues. They focus on the improvement of high-quality-services towards medical, psychological, social and economic aspects as well as individual, person-oriented care, in line with the Human Rights Charter and the UNCRPD.
Since 2020, pro mente Austria has delivered Standard, Youth and Teen MHFA as a licensed partner of Mental Health First Aid International. As of the end of 2024, more than 6,500 people have completed an MHFA seminar in Austria. At pro mente Austria, there are more than 100 instructors who train first aiders throughout Austria. All of the instructors are employees of one of their member organisations.
14-15 June, 2025
Plus welcome reception on Friday 13 June
Vienna, Austria
Albert Hall
Albertgasse 35, 1080 Vienna
Cost
Early bird: 100 EUR per person (before 22 April)
Full price: 150 EUR per person (from 22 April to 3 May)
Organisations to be invoiced following registration.
Event overview
The summit invites partner organisations to attend:
Welcome Reception
- Time: 13 June, 6:30PM
- Location: KELSEN im Parlament, Dr. Karl Renner-Ring 3, 1010 Wien
Join us for a warm and welcoming reception on the evening of 13 June to help form meaningful connections. This is an opportunity to reconnect with old colleagues, meet new colleagues, and set the stage for two days of insightful discussions and collaboration.
2-day summit
- Date: 14-15 June (see program)
- Location: Albert Hall, Albertgasse 35, 1080 Wien
The two-day summit, centred around the theme Global Connections, Global Impact, held over 14–15 June will bring together MHFA partners from around the world to foster collaboration and share innovative solutions. Partners can look forward to networking opportunities, keynote presentations, panel discussions and interactive workshops designed to enhance collaboration and innovation.
Closing night dinner
- Date: 15 June, 7:00PM
- Location: Viennaballhaus, Berggasse 5 · 1090 Wien
On the evening of 15 June, we will gather for a closing night dinner to celebrate 25 years of Mental Health First Aid and the impact we’ve made together. It’s a time to celebrate our partnerships, reflect on our journey, and look forward to the next chapter in our work together.
Please note we are also seeking expressions of interest for a social activity on the 14 June (Saturday night) to be organised by MHFAI. Expenses for this particular event will not be covered by MHFAI. Please let us know whether this is of interest to you via the registration form.
Program
We are pleased to share with you our program for the 2025 International Summit:
Please note this program is subject to change.
Register
All individuals who would like to attend must complete this form, so please share with relevant people in your team.
Please note the summit will be presented in English. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.
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