Denmark, Norway and Iceland have united to promote mental health among children and young people. Nordic headspace brings together colleagues from headspace centers in the Nordic region to continue leading the effort to support youth mental health.

Let’s Invest in Mental Health for Young People – Nordic headspace Conference

On November 18, 2024, Det Sociale Netværk/headspace Denmark will host the Nordic headspace conference at the Royal Danish Theater, Skuespilhuset, in Copenhagen, focusing on mental health for children and young people. Under the theme “Let’s Invest in Mental Health for Young People,” international researchers, politicians, business leaders, and experts will gather to discuss how collective efforts can better support young people’s mental well-being.

As Professor of Psychology, and speaker at the conference, Barbara Dooley notes: “The focus of the headspace Nordic conference ‘Let’s Invest in Mental Health for Young People’ is timely and important. The recent Lancet Psychiatry Commission report on youth mental health stresses that mental disorders are one of the fastest-growing causes of disability and lost human potential and productivity across the lifespan.” This highlights the crucial importance of the conference, which will focus on the benefits of investing in mental health, particularly in prevention and health promotion.

With an opening speech by the Minister of Finance Nicolai Wammen, the day will additionally explore how companies and organizations can support young people entering the workforce while ensuring mental health is prioritized across all sectors. The program includes panel debates, 1-on-1 conversations with young representatives, and expert presentations offering insights on building stronger frameworks for mental well-being in the Nordic region and beyond.

Date: November 18th 2024
Place: The Royal Danish Theater – The Royal Playhouse / Det Kongelige Teater – Skuespilhuset
Time: 10 am – 5 pm