World Maternal Mental Health Day Conference

Date: May 11, 2022

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Sidra Medicine, Hamad Medical Corporation and the Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCPsych) are pleased to present the World Maternal Mental Health Day Conference, a hybrid event taking place virtually and face-to-face in Doha, Qatar, on 11 May, 9:00-14:00 (AST).

The theme of the day will be 'Stronger Together'; Supporting Women Worldwide on our Journey through Maternal Mental Health Care; inspired by the disparities that came to light during the COVID-19 pandemic and the need for services to develop alongside complex and evolving patient needs. The organizers invite mental health professionals and others to participate and contribute to discussions on training needs, gender sensitive service provisions, public mental health and developments specific to the region.

Up to 4 CPD points will be issued by the Royal College of Psychiatrists

Speakers will include representatives from Sidra Medicine, Hamad Medical Corporation, the RCPsych Perinatal Faculty and Middle Eastern Division, the National Lead for Mental Health in Qatar, representatives from the World Maternal Mental Health Day Taskforce, WHO and the Global Alliance for Maternal Mental Health.

Target Audience

Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Mental Health Nurses, Obstetricians, Midwives, Social Workers, Primary Care Physicians, Mothers and their Families.

Partners

Partners Messages

Dr. Zainab Imam
Lead, International Workroom, Perinatal Faculty, Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Chair: World Maternal Mental Health Day Conference

“Pregnancy, the birth of a baby, and the first year of life are exciting for a woman and her family; but for some women, this can be a time of mixed emotions, that many do not find easy to talk about. The more we discuss these important topics, the easier it will be for women and their families to ask for help. This conference will facilitate an open and culturally sensitive discussion that will resonate with clinicians and service users in Qatar.”

Dr. Sazgar Hamad
Co-Chair: World Maternal Mental Health Day Conference

“We are slowly emerging from the effects of a global pandemic that has affected many population groups, especially women experiencing perinatal mental health challenges; but the pandemic has also led to the establishment of new services that make it easier for individuals to seek professional help. This conference will help address societal taboos whilst showing our joint commitment to supporting new and expectant mothers”.

Dr. Ovais Wadoo
Chair of the Middle East Division of the Royal College of Psychiatrists

“It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to this event celebrating World Maternal Mental Health Day. This event is a product of a partnership between Sidra Medicine, Hamad Medical Corporation and Royal College of Psychiatrists. I am confident that the event will set the scene for a much-needed focus on maternal mental health in Qatar and the Wider Middle East”.