Click here to view the world-wide list of Women Leaders.
Some of the most respected public
figures in any country include the women heads of state, wives of royal
leaders, or wives of top elected officials.
The International Women Leaders for Mental Health is a listing of
individuals who share in the global concern for the care and treatment of those
with mental and emotional disorders, and in the prevention of such
disorders. These women can help you
promote mental health awareness in your community.
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In building public interest and support for the cause of Mental
Health, it is important to be able to show that highly respected public leaders
are also interested and concerned.
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To provide an opportunity for addressing national mental health
concerns, the World Federation for Mental Health has created the International
Committee of Women Leaders for Mental Health.
Mrs. Rosalynn Carter, former first lady of the United States, is the
founding chair and lead member.
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On the following page you will find a list of the women leaders
who are now active members of the committee.
If the woman leader from your country is included, you are encouraged to
invite her to become the honorary chair of your World Mental Health Day
Committee. There are several ways in
which she may be willing to carry out this responsibility, such as making a
statement to the communications media, presenting awards to dedicated mental
health care workers, or participating as the guest of honor at a dinner event.
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If your woman leader is not listed and you would like to see your
country represented, please fill out the form on the other side of this page,
which will be forwarded through the WFMH office to Mrs. Carter. The listing of International Women Leaders for
Mental Health provides examples of women with appropriate status to represent
their countries. Mrs. Carters office
will review your form and with approval, Mrs. Carter will extend a personal
invitation to your woman leader, requesting her involvement on the Committee.
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In designing your events for World Mental Health Day, we suggest
that you include ways in which your woman leader can help your organization
carry out its plans. Your woman
leaders patronage will be a valuable asset in bringing widespread and
favorable public attention to your World Mental Health Day celebrations!
International Women Leaders For Mental
Health
Please refer to the list of International Women Leaders for Mental
Health. It provides examples and role
models of women leaders of appropriate status to represent their countries.
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