🌍 Supporting Children’s Mental Health – Scaling WHIS Programmes Globally 🌱
Mental health challenges among children are rising at an alarming rate worldwide. In the UK, 1 in 6 children experiences a mental health disorder, and millions more across the globe need support. Early intervention is critical—not just to help children thrive, but also to reduce long-term social and economic consequences.
The World Health Service (WHS), the not-for-profit arm of the World Health Innovation Summit (WHIS), is at the forefront of tackling this challenge through WHISKids, a preventive, community-centered programme for children’s mental health and wellbeing. By combining digital tools, school-based initiatives, and community support, WHISKids empowers children, families, and educators to act early and effectively.
A Holistic, Scalable Approach to Wellbeing
WHIS programmes are designed to reach across the lifespan, creating healthier, more resilient communities:
- WHISKids – Focused on early intervention and children’s mental health, equipping young people with tools for resilience and emotional wellbeing.
- WHISatWork – Supporting workforce wellbeing, stress management, and burnout prevention for employees and employers alike.
- WHISSeniors – Preventing falls, promoting social connection, and supporting the wellbeing of older adults.
- Social Prescribing & Community Programmes – Evidence-based interventions that improve mental health, resilience, and management of long-term conditions.
From the Founder, Gareth Presch
“Every child deserves the chance to thrive, not just survive. WHISKids is our commitment to giving children the mental health support they need and building communities where wellbeing is the norm. With the right partners, we can scale this impact globally and ensure no child is left behind.”
How You Can Make a Difference
By supporting WHIS programmes, you can help us:
- Expand WHISKids and other WHIS initiatives to reach more children, families, and communities worldwide.
- Fund innovative, technology-enabled, and community-based solutions that improve mental health and resilience.
- Deliver measurable impact—social, clinical, and economic—across generations. Together, we can redefine the future of health, focusing on prevention, wellbeing, and community empowerment.
📩** Connect with us to explore partnerships or donation opportunities**:
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Gareth Presch — gareth@whis.world
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David Ruxin — davidruxin@montcalmtcr.com
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