III Forum of mental health: together — for those who support everyone!

On November 5-6, 2025, the III Mental Health Forum was held, organized by the Coordination Center for Mental Health of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine together with the Representation of the World Health Organization (WHO) in Ukraine.

The Rector of Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University Viktor Greshta, Vice-Rector for Scientific and Pedagogical Work, Socio-Economic Development and Youth Policy Andriy Ivanchenko, Coordinator of the University’s Psychological Service Alyona Sadykina, Rector’s Assistant Mariia Pavlenko took part in the Forum.

The event was held as part of the All-Ukrainian mental health program «How are you?», initiated by the First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenskaya.

This year the Forum was devoted to the topic of well-being and professional potential of specialists working in the field of mental health. The participants discussed ways to support those who help others every day, shared experiences, practical cases and ideas for the development of the mental health system in Ukraine.

The event brought together representatives of government structures, educational institutions, health care, scientific institutions, international organizations and public associations, as well as people with their own experience of overcoming psycho-emotional challenges.

Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic received the distinction of the All-Ukrainian mental health program «How are you?» at a special event by Olena Zelenska «The power of gratitude» within the forum.

The III Mental Health Forum became a space for dialogue, inspiration and professional support, confirming: only through mutual understanding, partnership and humanity can a sustainable mental health system be built, in which everyone will be able to receive help and support.

Together — for the sake of those who support everyone!