Newsroom - MHPSS Hub

Filter

Most relevant

Newest

Most visited

Alphabetical

Publication date

In the last year

Last 2 years

Last 5 years

Last 10 years

From

–

Refine results

Latest news

News
Sep 10, 2026

World Suicide Prevention Day op-ed: Whose narrative counts? Suicide prevention and the geography of what we know

On World Suicide Prevention Day, 10 September 2026, the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement MHPSS Hub publishes an op-ed authored by our Research Specialist, Dr. Yasin Duman. The op-ed provides a critical overview of the gaps in our knowledge, the asymmetry of the way we produce and share our knowledge and ways forward in widening our scope.

News
Aug 27, 2026

Upcoming webinars on MHPSS capacity strengthening and evidence base for MHPSS in emergencies

The Red Cross Red Crescent Movement MHPSS Hub announces two upcoming webinars on recent publications developed with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and British Red Cross.

News
Jul 30, 2026

Guidance note: on MHPSS implications of wildfires out in English, French and Spanish

The Red Cross Red Crescent Movement MHPSS Hub has published new translations of a resource in the short guidance note series – this time focusing MHPSS implications of wildfires.

News
Jul 28, 2026

Three joint publications from ICRC and the MHPSS Hub

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement MHPSS Hub have jointly published Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Capacity Strengthening Framework, Community-based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Toolkit and Review of the current evidence base for MHPSS in emergencies.

News
Jul 2, 2024

PFA training for youth in Greenland

In this episode Communication Officer at the IFRC PS Centre, Villads Zahle interviews project manager, Erni Kristiansen and project consultant, Bebbie Petersen about youth to youth Psychological First Aid (PFA) in Greenland.

News
Jul 1, 2024

Support and safe corners for Palestinian children

Amid ongoing violence and unrest in the occupied territories, the Palestinian Red Crescent (PRCS) staff and volunteers are providing safety and support for children.

News
Jun 13, 2024

The PS Centre shares 2023 Annual Report

In 2023, the PS Centre responded to 2,504 requests for assistance from 137 countries including 1,416 requests from organizations within the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement. PS Centre staff and management participated in 50 international fora as host, facilitator, presenter, speaker or participant and had 36 academic collaborations with 10 universities and 59 organizations.

News
Jun 11, 2024

Five new regional reports highlight the status of MHPSS activities in the wider Movement

The PS Centre has released five regional progress reports on the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) activities within the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement. The five regions are Africa, the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and Central Asia, and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

News
Jun 11, 2024

Video tutorial: Bring your MHPSS achievements to the 34th International Conference

Submit a progress report to the MHPSS resolution and promote your National Society’s work – watch the step-by-step video on how to submit the report.

Job opening
May 28, 2024

Vacancy: Co-Chair of the IASC MHPSS Reference Group

The IFRC Psychosocial Centre is looking for a new MHPSS in Emergencies Specialist to take over the role of Co-Chairing the IASC Reference Group on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergency Settings (IASC MHPSS RG) alongside the WHO.

News
May 24, 2024

Pictures of hope: Palestine Red Crescent mental health and psychosocial support for youth

Many humanitarian workers including colleagues from Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) have been killed or injured in Gaza. They lost their lives trying to assist a civilian population suffering from bombings, chain displacement and a dire humanitarian situation.

News
May 23, 2024

IFRC Key Messages for Adolescents in four languages

Children need information that is carefully crafted to cater to their age group and preferences. Without these tailored materials, they might not understand or could misunderstand essential information that supports their protection and access to vital services.

News
May 8, 2024

World Red Cross Red Crescent Day: Whenever, Wherever, Whatever, However!

While there is no doubt humanity is alive and well in the hearts of the millions of RCRC representatives across the globe it is equally true that the challenges we face have never been more severe. RCRC staff and volunteers are providing support and assistance whenever needed, wherever needed, whatever the cause of the needs and however its possible to meet them – and the sad truth is these efforts are in high demand.

News
May 7, 2024

Report: Navigating the climate crisis: Mental health and well-being

This report covers a high-level overview of the climate-related mental health risks as identified by the consulted National Societies. Firstly, at risk population groups are highlighted and implications for the work of IFRC staff and volunteers are addressed. Secondly, examples of initiatives from National Societies are showcased to illustrate potential pathways to addressing the mental health and psychosocial challenges arising from the climate crisis.

News
May 6, 2024

Presenting Training Guide on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergencies

In this episode Communication Officer at the IFRC PS Centre, Villads Zahle interviews emergency expert and MHPSS technical advisor, Shona Whitton about the newly published Training Guide on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergencies. Shona outlines the potential of the new guide in the context of her professional experiences in emergencies and the mental health implications for exposed individuals and communities.

News
Apr 29, 2024

Training Guide: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergencies

This MHPSS in Emergencies training aims to prepare MHPSS responders, disaster managers, and emergency team leaders for work in the field by building understanding of basic concepts of MHPSS in emergencies as well as planning and implementing PSS activities.