Stockholm, Sweden – September, 2026
The 26th World Congress of Psychiatry (WCP 2026), the flagship global congress of the World Psychiatric Association (WPA), will take place from 23–26 September 2026 at Stockholmsmässan, Stockholm, Sweden, bringing together psychiatrists, researchers, clinicians, educators, policymakers and mental health professionals from around the world. The WPA represents 147 psychiatric societies across 123 countries and supports more than 250,000 psychiatrists globally.
Held under the theme“Guided by Compassion, Grounded in Science: Psychiatry for Our Time,” the congress will explore key priorities including global mental health, prevention and early intervention, psychiatric education, digital mental health, humanitarian emergencies, and the future of psychiatric practice. The scientific programme reflects the latest advances and emerging challenges facing the field of psychiatry worldwide.
Participants will benefit from:
- A diverse scientific programme featuring plenary lectures, presidential symposia, debates, specialist sessions, Meet-the-Expert discussions and pre-congress courses.
- International faculty and thought leaders addressing topics ranging from psychotic and affective disorders to digital mental health, healthy lifestyles, addiction science and humanitarian response.
- Opportunities for scientific exchange, interdisciplinary collaboration, professional development and global networking across the mental health community
The congress will be managed by Kenes Group on behalf of the World Psychiatric Association, continuing a long-standing partnership dedicated to advancing scientific exchange and international collaboration in mental health.
WCP 2026 is expected to welcome leading experts and professionals from across the world, strengthening collaboration across psychiatry, mental health research, education and policy, and supporting the continued advancement of mental healthcare globally.
Media and Registration Information
For more information, including registration details and the scientific programme, visit: WCP 26 Official Website
Media Contact
Name: Geraldine Dayan
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