To raise awareness of the mental health issues in a development setting, the two Dutch NGO's HealthNet TPO and Global Initiative on Psychiatry (GIP) orgize the Mental Health Battle 200-2010.
On February 17th, up to eighteen teams are competing in the Mental Health Battle. There are ten Dutch teams, four Romanian teams, three Bulgarian teams and one Lithuanian team.
For more information about the Mental Health Battle, visit the website!
We work on rebuilding health care in areas disrupted by war, disasters and poverty. This process of 'rebuilding' starts with healthcare. In war- or calamity areas people face the immense task to rebuild their country in a devastated surrounding, whereas they suffer from poverty, diseases and the emotional impact of conflicts.
By using health as a goal and a means, we work together with local communities on the rehabiliation of people and the country.

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