The Uganda Counselling Association (UCA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health – Division of Mental Health and Control of Substance Abuse, is proud to announce the upcoming Northern Region 19th Counsellors Conference, scheduled to take place on October 3rd and 4th, 2024 at Gulu University Main Library.
This year’s conference focuses on addressing one of the most pressing issues of our time—mental health and trauma-informed care. The 21st century has seen a dramatic rise in mental health challenges across all societal levels. Increasing cases of unresolved trauma and rising suicide rates highlight the urgent need for interventions that cater to the mental health needs of individuals, families, and communities.
The conference aims to provide a platform for knowledge-sharing, discussing strategies, and formulating policies to enhance the provision of trauma-informed care in Uganda.
Theme:
Mainstreaming Trauma Informed Care in Social and Mental Health Interventions
Sub-themes:
Child Abuse and Mental Health
Youth and Substance Abuse
Refugee Crisis and Trauma Informed Interventions
Mental Health in Schools
Community-based Mental Health Interventions (addressing religion and poverty)
Suicide and Body Harm
Target Audience:
The conference invites participation from a diverse range of stakeholders including:
Professionals in law, health, education, religious sectors, police, and the army
Counseling professionals
Civil Society Organizations
User groups
Human Resource Managers
Government departments and ministries
Development partners and donors
Key Deliverable:
The conference will culminate in a Conference Report with an actionable plan to advance trauma-informed care in mental health interventions.
Registration Fees:
- Professionals: UGX 100,000
- UCA Members: UGX 70,000
- Students: UGX 50,000
This conference represents an important step in Uganda’s journey toward improving mental health care, particularly in areas affected by trauma, poverty, and conflict. Together, we can develop better approaches to mental health challenges and make a difference in the lives of many.
For more information and updates, keep an eye on the Uganda Counselling Association’s channels.
This conference represents an important step in Uganda’s journey toward improving mental health care, particularly in areas affected by trauma, poverty, and conflict. Together, we can develop better approaches to mental health challenges and make a difference in the lives of many.
For more information and updates, keep an eye on the Uganda Counselling Association’s channels.
Emmanuel Gita
Board Member, Training and Forums
Uganda Counselling Association
