Each triennium, and in addition to WPA's overarching goals and the ongoing work of its various components, a number of projects and programs are initiated by the incoming President to support their Action Plan.  

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The 2017-2020 term focused on:

• WPA's contribution internationally to the representation, reputation, development and knowledge of psychiatry;

• The development of operational, project-based work that focuses on critical mental health topics at a global level; and

• Attracting new investment to support WPA's work, especially through partnerships and other relationships with organisations that share its objectives.

 

These three key objectives were realised through a number of programs and initiatives, some of which are highlighted below, all of which will continue development under the 2021-2023 Action Plan.  Two of the below programs (those highlighted in red) have been given particular focus in 2021-2023 term through dedicated Working Groups to build on the great work that was achieved in the previous triennium. 

 

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1. WPA Service Users and Family Carers’ Advisory Group

2. WPA Program on Supporting Alternatives to Coercion in Mental Health Care

3. The Lancet-WPA Commission on Depression

4. WPA Website Upgrade

5. WPA Education Portal

6. WPA-citiesRISE Program

7. WPA Meetings Program

8. Advisory Committee on Response to Emergencies (ACRE)