The IMHCN is an International Non Governmental Organisation founded by Mental Health Organisations and individuals who have developed good practices services in community mental health based on the whole system approach. Its membership consists of professionals, managers, users, carers, policy makers from many countries.

The purpose of the Collaborating Network is to bring together places that have been successful in developing good quality community mental health services, with those that are in the process of implementation. With the support of a continuous learning collaboration, organisations and individuals can benefit from others’ experience.

The IMHCN charter of purpose and actions sets out the values and principles that support the work of the network in promoting the human rights of service users, the standards and actions required to develop a community mental health service that will improve the lives of people with mental health problems.

Our vision is a world which respects and values the differences between individuals, enabling people who experience mental health problems, with appropriate supports, to lead fulfilling and productive lives using their strengths to contribute as full citizens and enrich our societies.

The mission of the IMHCN is to understand and gather the experiences and knowledge of good practice in community mental health from its membership and to disseminate this rich resource. We also will promote and advocate for the human rights of people with mental health problems.

IAN -International Aid Network as a member of IMHCN shares the mission and vision of the Network and through its activites in the region contributes to mental health promotion and human rights protection.

IAN supports the human rights violation survivors and other marginalised and vulnerable groups in development of their own potential for decent life in peace.