World Mental Health Day raises awareness of mental health issues around the world and focuses on ensuring communities recognise how they can contribute to a mentally healthy society.

This year the theme is – Mental health care for all: let’s make it a reality.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on people’s mental health. Some groups, including health and other frontline workers, students, people living alone, and those with pre-existing mental health conditions, have been particularly affected. And services for mental, neurological and substance use disorders have been significantly disrupted.

Get involved this October by:

• Informing the community
• Taking care of your mental health
• Raising awareness on social media
• Volunteering

For more information, visit: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day/2021