Welcome to the 21st WCP Virtual Congress Program Scheduling

The majority of research studies reveal disparities in the accessibility to health care across the countries. And also have shown that there is a significant lack of resources in accessing health care. Reasons such as lack of trained mental health professionals, stigma, lack of education, poor allocation of resources are often noted barriers in LAMI Countries for accessing mental health care. Many of these challenges can be overcome by equitable distribution of resources, through advocacies, new policies, mental health education to reduce stigma and usage of telecare facilities in reaching the remote areas with minimal access to mental health care facilities. Speakers from India, Morocco, Nigeria, the Middle East, and North Africa will discuss the barriers in accessing mental health care, challenges, and potential solutions. Dr. Sachin will discuss the Indian perspective, the barriers in accessing mental health care, and potential solutions to overcome these challenges. From the Nigerian point of view, Dr. Peter will be discussing the challenges and consequences of the non-passage of mental health legislation in LAMI country and the role of early-career psychiatrists in advocacy. Dr.Chaimaa will discuss Mental health in Morocco from an ECP perspective and the urgent need for the new policy as a solution to address disparities and inequitable distribution of resources for mental health care.