What we do  /  Advocacy actions:

Mental health care is not a policy priority. People with mental health issues are often affected by serious violations of their human rights. Advocacy, according to the World Health Organization, is considered one of the eleven actions that make up an integrated policy on mental health and is a key element for combating stigma and improving services. An important aspect of Babel’s work is participation in advocacy and awareness-raising actions on issues related to the rights of migrants with mental disorders.

In this context, Babel:

• Participates with other organizations in actions or projects aimed at supporting the rights of migrants and refugees with mental health issues.

• Undertakes initiatives to support the rights of migrants and refugees, especially those with mental health issues that live in our country.

• Since September 2016, it has been coordinating the working group on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support under the auspices of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. The group operation aims at the effective coordination and management of issues related to the mental health of refugees and migrants.