WMHSA 2024 was our flagship event, held on the occasion of International Women’s Day, 8th March 2024, at the India International Centre, New Delhi. The summit served as a super-ecosystem event with a transdisciplinary scope. It was designed to break down silos within the mental health spectrum, expand knowledge, and forge collaborations, all with the overarching collective goal of improving the mental health ecosystem in India.
Women and Mental Health Summit & Awards 2024 by Bharat Dialogues: A Powerful Platform for Change
The Women and Mental Health Summit & Awards 2024, hosted by Bharat Dialogues, concluded as a groundbreaking event that brought vital attention to the state of women’s mental health in India. The summit gathered leading voices in mental health, social advocacy, public policy, academia, startups ecosystem, corporates & media to address the unique challenges women face across different stages of life, while offering solutions and support for better mental wellness.
Inspiring Keynote Sessions: The event featured powerful talks from renowned experts and advocates such as NIMHANS director Pratima Murthy,renowned social activist Dr Ranjana Kumari, renowned psychiatrist Dr Samir Parikh, well known senior psychologist Dr Jitendra Nagpal, Dr Kamna Chhibber & many more who shared insights on women’s mental health, addressing topics such as postpartum depression, workplace stress, and the impact of societal expectations. These sessions helped to shed light on the gaps in mental health care for women and proposed strategies to improve accessibility and awareness.
Thought-Provoking Panel Discussions: Engaging panel discussions delved into various aspects of mental well-being, including reproductive health, trauma recovery, and the mental health implications of balancing career and family responsibilities. The sessions encouraged open dialogue, breaking down barriers around the stigma associated with mental health.
Workshops and Networking Opportunities: Participants benefited from practical workshops that equipped them with tools for mental wellness, stress management, and emotional resilience. Attendees had the opportunity to connect with mental health professionals, advocates, and fellow participants, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose.
Awards Ceremony: The summit culminated in an awards ceremony that honored individuals and organizations for their significant contributions to promoting mental health awareness and support for women. The awards recognized those who have made a lasting impact in advocating for mental wellness and addressing the unique needs of women.
The Women and Mental Health Summit & Awards 2024 served as a powerful platform for raising awareness about the mental health challenges women face in India. It encouraged a collective effort to foster supportive environments for women’s mental well-being and highlighted the need for continued advocacy and resources. The event left attendees inspired, equipped with new knowledge, and motivated to champion mental health initiatives in their own communities.
Bharat Dialogues' commitment to advancing the conversation on women’s mental health was clearly demonstrated, making the summit a landmark event in the ongoing journey toward mental health equity.