From Asylums to Recovery: The Italian Model of Community Mental Health in a European Perspective On 15 September 2026, EUCOMS brings its annual on-location seminar to Brescia, hosted in collaboration with the IRCCS Saint John of God Clinical Research Centre. This is a rare opportunity to explore the Italian model up close - through expert presentations, open discussion, and a direct v...

For decades, mental health systems across Europe have focused on leaving long-stay psychiatric institutions behind. However, deinstitutionalization only tells us what to avoid - it doesn't provide a clear alternative, which can sometimes lead to adverse effects like homelessness or re-institutionalization. So, what does truly good community-based mental health care look like? To a...

14–15 May 2026 | Zamora, Spain - A EUCOMS Network Seminar EUCOMS Network is delighted to invite you to the EUCOMS Network Seminar 2026, taking place on 14–15 May 2026 in the historic city of Zamora, Spain. This seminar is organized by EUCOMS Network, in collaboration with the University of Salamanca and the Portuguese National Mental Health Coordination. Under the theme “Rec...

Our partners from the CARe Network for Recovery and Social Inclusion warmly invite members of the EUCOMS community to take part in an international conference on recovery and community mental health, taking place from 20 to 22 May 2026 in Prague. This three-day conference will focus on how mental health services can genuinely support recovery, not only by addressing symptoms, but by s...

The ongoing war in Ukraine has created not only a humanitarian crisis but also a profound mental health emergency. Millions face trauma, anxiety, and stress-related conditions, while health systems remain under severe strain. To address these urgent challenges, the European Forum for Primary Care (EFPC) and the EUCOMS Network have joined forces to publish a position paper on the integ...

On March 12, 2025, EUCOMS hosted the “Heiloo Declaration on Peer Leadership” webinar, bringing together voices from across Europe to share insights and experiences around lived experience leadership in mental health. This webinar was born from the Global Leadership Exchange (GLE) and EUCOMS’ shared commitment to empowering peer leadership. It followed the impactful gathering of 30 pee...

We are thrilled to share that the webinar hosted by the EUCOMS Network on LGBTI+ issues and mental health was a great success! Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the rich and insightful discussions with our esteemed speakers, Prof. Niels Mulder, Dr. Koray Basar, Liberty Simon, and Sven Keet.For those who were unable to attend, we are happy to inform you that the recor...

We’re excited to share the August edition of the EUCOMS Network Newsletter, packed with insights and updates on our recent activities and upcoming events. From the impactful Global Leadership Exchange in Heiloo to our thought-provoking webinars, we’re committed to advancing peer leadership and mental health across Europe.???? Upcoming Events:• September 18: Webinar on LGBTI+ Issues and M...

We are happy to invite you to an engaging and informative webinar hosted by EUCOMS Network on September 18th at 19:00 CET. This event will focus on the critical intersection of LGBTI+ issues and mental health, featuring esteemed speakers and guests who bring a wealth of knowledge and personal experience. Our key speakers include: Prof. Niels Mulder, a psychiatrist from Erasmus Uni...

Join us as we uncover the transformative work of the Association for Therapeutic Work Support for Psychotic Persons (ATP asbl) and their inspiring Licorne project. From providing access to employment opportunities to fostering psycho-social rehabilitation, ATP is dedicated to nurturing resilience and well-being among individuals living with mental illness. Discover how the Licorne pro...