The PEMA Symposium from 25-26 November 2024, Thimphu, Bhutan. The PEMA Symposium We are pleased to inform you that The PEMA Secretariat, the nodal agency for Mental Health in Bhutan working under the leadership of Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and World Health Organization (WHO) Bhutan, is organizing…

Date: 10th October, 2024- Launch of Health and Wellbeing Screening System Coinciding with the World Mental Health Day, The PEMA secretariat launched the Health and Wellbeing Screening System (HWSS), a web-based platform designed to facilitate early identification, support mobilization, service referrals, and aftercare interventions for mental health conditions. The launch of this system represents a…

Date: 25th September, 2024- Partnering with Media on Mental Health Promotion The PEMA Secretariat presented media guidelines to officials from the Bhutan Information Communication and Media Authority (BICMA) and various media houses to ensure responsible reporting on mental health. The session focused on an overview of The PEMA and its mandates, alongside the media’s role…

Date: 10th September, 2024- World Suicide Prevention Day Back

Date: 4th September, 2024- Sensitization on The PEMA and Child Sensitive Reporting In Paro, The PEMA had the opportunity to sensitize journalists from various media houses on our vision, mandates, programmes, services and plans. The group also discussed the importance of child sensitive reporting to enhance positive impact of media and prevent unintended negative consequences…

Date: 30th August, 2024- The Consultation Meeting for Mapping of Services and Interventions for Child and Adolescent Mental Health To effectively map and plan for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, it's crucial to recognize the interconnection between promoting mental health, preventing disorders, and ensuring child protection, all of which contribute to overall mental well-being.…