european psychiatric association

The EPA welcomes new Office Bearers

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We are thrilled to introduce the newly elected EPA Office Bearers, appointed by the Board on 27 May 2025. Warm congratulations to the following colleagues as they take on key leadership roles within the Association: Prof. Celso Arango (Spain) –…

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EPA participates at the Mental Health Summit in the European Parliament

Mental Health Summit: Prevention and Recovery in Modern Society European Parliament, Brussels | 19 – 20 MAY 2025 On the occasion of Mental Health Week, starting on 19 May 2025, MEP András Kulja, Vice Chair of ENVI, and SANT Vice Coordinator, together with MEP Zoltán Tarr,…

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In memory of Professor Cyril Höschl (1949–2025)

Professor Cyril Höschl (1949–2025), EPA President, 2007 – 2008 The EPA is deeply saddened by the passing of Professor Cyril Höschl on 21 April 2025. A visionary leader and dedicated psychiatrist, Prof. Höschl served as EPA President in 2007-2008, Chair…

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Prof. Andrea Fiorillo Begins Presidency as EPA Welcomes New Board Members

The EPA is pleased to announce the beginning of Professor Andrea Fiorillo’s term as President for 2025–2027. Prof. Fiorillo brings to the role a forward-looking vision rooted in scientific excellence, clinical relevance, and societal impact. The EPA also extends congratulations…

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Launch of the EPA Leadership Academy: Empowering the Next Generation of Psychiatric Leaders

The EPA is proud to announce the launch of the first edition of the EPA Leadership Academy from 5-7 September 2025 at the Centre Culturel Saint-Thomas in Strasbourg, France. This new initiative aims to equip early career psychiatrists with essential leadership…

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Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Carers, and Patient Associations from the Netherlands share Perspective for 2035

  The EPA is pleased to share the Perspective on a Mentally Healthier 2035, a joint initiative of MIND, the Dutch Association of Mental Health and Addiction Care (de Nederlandse GGZ), the Netherlands Institute of Psychologists (NIP) and the Netherlands…

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EPA attends Psychedelics event at the European Parliament

The EPA joined an event on psychedelic-assisted therapies at the European Parliament on 6 February 2025. This was an occasion to celebrate the launch of the PsychedeliCare European Citizen’s Initiative and the re-formation of the PAREA MEP Action Group on Psychedelics In…

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European Parliament establishes Intergroup for Mental Health

Photographer: Philippe Buissin; Source: European Parliament

  The European Parliament confirmed the establishment of the first-ever Intergroup for Mental Health on 18 December 2024. The EPA welcomes this decision to give MEPs a formal platform across nationalities, committees, and political groups for collaboration on mental health as…

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Call for Applications: Editor Position for European Psychiatry

Applications are now closed. The EPA extends its thanks to all applicants! The EPA is recruiting a new editor for European Psychiatry, the flagship journal of the EPA published by Cambridge University Press (CUP). This role offers a valuable opportunity…

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