Nepal, UN launch three-year programme to expand mental health services
Summary
Nepal and the United Nations have launched a three-year programme to strengthen mental health services and expand access, especially for vulnerable groups in Karnali, Lumbini, and Madhesh provinces.
Key Points
- The Government of Nepal and the United Nations launched a joint three-year mental health support programme from 2025 to 2028.
- The programme aims to strengthen mental health policies, service delivery, and capacity building in Karnali, Lumbini, and Madhesh provinces.
- It is funded by the Government of Switzerland and involves UNFPA, UNICEF, WHO, and the UN Resident Coordinator's Office.
- The initiative targets expanding access particularly for women, children, adolescents, and other vulnerable communities amid growing mental health concerns in Nepal.
