General Info

Founded in 1948, WFMH (World Federation for Mental Health) is an international membership organization working to advance, among all nations, the prevention of mental and emotional disorders and promote the proper treatment and care of those with such disorders. Its organizational and individual membership includes mental health workers of all disciplines, consumers of mental health services, family members and concerned citizens. The organization's broad and diverse membership makes possible collaboration among governments and nongovernmental organizations to advance the cause of mental health services, research and policy advocacy worldwide.