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Connecting the World Through Digital Mental Health: eMHIC’s Journey and What Comes Next
More than a decade ago, a small group of international mental health leaders came together around a question that was only beginning to receive serious attention: how could digital technologies help close persistent gaps in access to mental health care?
New Zealand’s 10-Year Mental Health Strategy Places Digital Mental Health Within the Future System of Care
New Zealand’s Ministry of Health has released its Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2026–2036, establishing a ten-year direction for mental health, addiction and wellbeing across the country. Published on 6 August 2026, it is the country’s first legislatively mandated long-term
eMHIC Brings Global Digital Mental Health Perspectives to New Zealand Clinical Senate
On Friday 21 August, 2026, eMHIC Executive Director Anil Thapliyal shared global digital mental health perspectives at the third New Zealand Clinical Senate, contributing to discussions on improving health outcomes and life trajectories for children and young people across Aotearoa
New Research Explores the Future of AI Regulation in Digital Mental Health
A new review published in DIGITAL HEALTH examines how regulatory approaches will need to evolve as artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in digital mental health technologies.
From Evidence to Implementation: Scaling Supportive Text Messaging Across Canada’s Mental Health Systems
A new Canadian study is making the case for moving evidence-based supportive text messaging beyond pilots and into routine mental health care, identifying practical opportunities to strengthen continuity of care while extending the reach of existing services.
eMHIC CEO Shares Global Insights at Singapore Mental Health Congress
Professor Anil Thapliyal shares key insights from the 2nd Biennial International Congress on Mental Health in Singapore, exploring how long-term vision, collaboration and digital innovation can help build more compassionate and scalable mental health systems.
Australia to Develop National Safety and Quality Standards for Virtual Care
The Washington Summit on Technology’s Increasing Role in Healthcare Innovation
spunout Navigator – marking one year of connecting 54,600 young people in Ireland to personalised mental health information, resources and support.
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