Guidance on policy and strategic actions for mental health and the social protection sector

This WHO guide supports governments in assessing how sectoral mandates, policies and plans affect mental health, and provides practical steps for integrating mental health and well-being into the development, implementation and evaluation of sectoral policies.

The guide focuses on two main areas:

• Cross-sectoral policy guidelines and strategic actions to promote leadership, prioritization, accountability and funding for greater national engagement.
• Sectoral guidance with policy options, strategic actions and indicators for key government sectors.