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.

Important Dates
December 15th, 2025
Calls for Proposals Open
January 30th, 2026
Decision Letter
February 15th, 2026
Registration Opens
May 6th, 2026
Conference
May 7th, 2026
Cultural Immersion
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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.