6th International Summer School on Public Mental Health
The team of Department of Public Health and Social Medicine invites you to the 6th International Summer School on Public Mental Health, hosted by the Medical University of Gdańsk in collaboration with the European Public Health Association (EUPHA), Public Mental Health Section, and co-funded by the European Union.
This year’s theme focuses on Trauma-Informed Public Health – understanding the role of trauma and strengthening resilience in public health systems.
Registration link https://forms.office.com/e/YFn4sqtXdv
What to Expect
The Summer School opens with an international conference on June 2, 2025, followed by four intensive and inspiring days filled with:
- Lectures by leading experts from across Europe
- Interactive workshops and group work
- Participant presentations and peer collaboration
- A festive dinner and networking activities
- An official certificate ceremony with special guests – including Charlotte Merchandise
Confirmed Speakers
- Prof. Jutta Lindert (Germany)
- Prof. Sally Mc Manus (United Kingdom)
- Prof. Oliver Tüscher (Germany)
- Dr. Agnieszka Wojtecka, Prof. Łukasz Balwicki (Poland)
- Charlotte Merchandise – guest speaker at the final session
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will have gained:
- A solid understanding of how trauma affects mental and physical health
- The ability to assess the impact of traumatic life events
- Insight into trauma-informed care and systemic responses
- Knowledge of resilience and post-traumatic growth
- Skills in critical appraisal of scientific literature on traumatic stress
More informations at summerschool.gumed.edu.pl/