WPA Discussion Document on Refugees January 2017

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On the initiative of the of the Section of Transcultural Psychiatry, World Psychiatric Association, in September 17th, 2016 mental health professionals from Syria, Turkey, Germany, Austria, the United Kingdom, Spain, the Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland attended and presented at the Symposium “People on the Move: asylum seekers and refugees”. Moreover presentations were held or made available from the University of Amsterdam and the NGO’s Medicin Sans Frontiere and the Red Cross Red Crescent. The presentations and discussions revealed an insight in the mental health situation and policies of health authorities and governments concerning asylum seekers and refugees in the various countries. The overall conclusion is that the ongoing tragedy in Syria is beyond words and creates a huge risk for (longlasting) mental health problems in large parts of the population. Research shows high prevalence rates of mental disorders, in adults as well as in children. The responses of governments and other policy makers appeared to be quite different in the various countries. There are difference e.g . in fulfilling basic needs (eg financial support), access to health services, access to the housing and labour market, attention to vulnerable groups (young children, unaccompanied minors, women), prevention and combat of discrimination and racism etc. Only few countries made a national mental health intervention plan.
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WPA Transcultural Section Action Plan 2014-2017

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Obligations according to by-laws:

In accordance to the WPA by-laws all sections are required to carry out certain tasks: (see also WPA website: WPA Bylaws)

  1. Have at least 20 members.
  2. Have held an election for the Section Committee, including a Chair and a Secretary, in accord with its By-laws.
  3. Have presented at least one symposium at a WPA sponsored Scientific Meeting without counting Section Conferences during the immediately preceding three years; and/or have scientific educational material authorized to carry the WPA logo by the WPA Executive Committee.
  4. Have carried out activities described in its plan of work or presented valid reasons for not having done.

The TPS will fulfill these tasks also in this triennial period.
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World Psychiatric Association International Congress

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Future Psychiatry : Challenges and Opportunities

Vienna, Austria October 27 – 30, 2013

It is for me an honor and a pleasure to invite you to join me/us to the WPA International Congress that will take place in Vienna, Austria on October 27–30, 2013. Over the years, Vienna has been a memorable site for the field of psychiatry and has a long tradition of organising successful events for WPA. Besides, its charm, beauty and history are second to none in both Europe and the rest of the world. Undoubtedly, this WPA International Congress will be a memorable one for the World Psychiatric Association. Please join me in this unique and historic occasion. Cordially, Pedro Ruiz, M.D. WPA President (2011–2014)

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World Psychiatric Association International Congress

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Future Psychiatry : Challenges and Opportunities

Vienna, Austria October 27 – 30, 2013

It is for me an honor and a pleasure to invite you to join me/us to the WPA International Congress that will take place in Vienna, Austria on October 27–30, 2013. Over the years, Vienna has been a memorable site for the field of psychiatry and has a long tradition of organising successful events for WPA. Besides, its charm, beauty and history are second to none in both Europe and the rest of the world. Undoubtedly, this WPA International Congress will be a memorable one for the World Psychiatric Association. Please join me in this unique and historic occasion. Cordially, Pedro Ruiz, M.D. WPA President (2011–2014)

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WPA International Congress Prague

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WPA International Congress Prague,
October 17-20, 2012

The recent international congress of the World Psychiatric Association had much to offer in the field of transcultural psychiatry. The focus of the congress was ‘Access, Quality and Human Care’, which is an important item in the care for ethnic minorities and in International Psychiatry. The congress was relatively large with about 1800 participants, mostly from Europe, but also with 125 colleagues from the U.S.A. and even 65 from Australia. Psychiatrists from German speaking countries were underrepresented, with by example not more then 42 Germans. This is a pity because the congress offered a lot of interesting lectures and workshops, particularly for young professionals.
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WPA International Congress Prague

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WPA International Congress Prague,
October 17-20, 2012

The recent international congress of the World Psychiatric Association had much to offer in the field of transcultural psychiatry. The focus of the congress was ‘Access, Quality and Human Care’, which is an important item in the care for ethnic minorities and in International Psychiatry. The congress was relatively large with about 1800 participants, mostly from Europe, but also with 125 colleagues from the U.S.A. and even 65 from Australia. Psychiatrists from German speaking countries were underrepresented, with by example not more then 42 Germans. This is a pity because the congress offered a lot of interesting lectures and workshops, particularly for young professionals.
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