From Oppression to Healing: Rewriting Colonial Narratives for Mental Health Empowerment

This conference invites scholars, practitioners, and advocates in social sciences and mental health to explore transformative approaches that dismantle colonial legacies and promote culturally responsive healing. We seek proposals that challenge dominant narratives, elevate marginalized voices, and advance equity in mental health systems.

Conference Workshop Presentations

Our workshops provide interactive, practice-oriented sessions aligned with the conference theme.

Conference Networking Opportunities

ISWRC 2026 creates spaces for connection among those committed to transforming mental health systems.

International Social Work

Emphasizes cross-cultural collaboration and global solidarity in addressing systemic oppression and mental health disparities.

Important Dates

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Research Submissions
Call for Proposals

We invite scholars, practitioners, and advocates to submit workshop proposals for the upcoming conference:
“From Oppression to Healing: Rewriting Colonial Narratives for Mental Health Empowerment.”

This conference seeks interactive and practice-oriented sessions that explore transformative approaches to dismantle colonial legacies and promote culturally responsive healing. Proposals should align with one or more of the following learning objectives:

  • Analyze the Impact of Colonial Narratives on mental health practices and outcomes.
  • Apply Decolonizing Frameworks by integrating culturally grounded and Indigenous approaches.
  • Address Intergenerational and Racial Trauma through strategies for healing and resilience.
  • Utilize Narrative Transformation Techniques such as storytelling and narrative therapy.
  • Advocate for Structural and Policy Change to advance equity in mental health systems.

We welcome submissions that challenge dominant narratives, elevate marginalized voices, and offer innovative tools for empowerment.

Submit a Proposal