Health Services Academy

15/10/2026

14/10/2026

Strengthening Partnerships for Early Childhood Mental Health

The Department of Public Mental Health (DPMH), Health Services Academy (HSA), Islamabad, was honored to host Ms. Khadija Khan, Chief Executive Officer of the Pakistan Alliance for Early Childhood (PAFEC), for a productive visit.

The meeting brought both teams together to build networks, share experiences, and explore joint avenues for collaboration in mental health, with a particular focus on the early years, where lasting well-being begins.

We look forward to working with PAFEC on research, capacity building, and evidence-based interventions that support children, families, and communities across Pakistan. 🌱
Together, we can build a healthier and more resilient future for the next generation.

14/10/2026

On the occasion of World Mental Health Day 2026, Dr Huma Nazir, Research Fellow at the Department of Public Mental Health, Health Services Academy (HSA), and Director of Mental Health at Human Services Foundation (HSF), delivered a session at the Institute of Psychiatry (IoP), Rawalpindi Medical University.

Speaking on “Lived Experiences, Translating Intervention Research to Reality,” Dr Huma Nazir highlighted the importance of bridging the gap between mental health research and its practical implementation, ensuring that evidence-based interventions translate into meaningful improvements in people's lives.

The session emphasized the value of lived experiences, community engagement, and research-informed approaches in strengthening mental health services and creating more responsive, person-centred systems of care.
At HSA, we remain committed to advancing public mental health through research, collaboration, and evidence-based practice.
Together, let us turn mental health research into meaningful action.

14/10/2026

As part of the pre-conference activities of the 16th Annual International Public Health Conference, Prof. Dr. Humaira Mahmood organised and co-facilitated an engaging workshop on the importance of *self-care and healthy lifestyle practices*, alongside Dr. Tahira Sadiq and Dr. Farrah Pervaiz, experts in Lifestyle Medicine and Public Health.

The workshop highlighted the importance of adopting healthy habits early in life and equipped participants with practical strategies to promote healthy living, prevent non-communicable diseases, and build a culture of wellness.

Prof. Dr. Humaira Mahmood encouraged students to join her *Healthy Habits Campaign* and become advocates for positive behavioural change within their communities. Sustainable improvements in public health begin with small, consistent actions and a collective commitment to healthier lives.

*Let’s move beyond awareness to action—one healthy habit at a time!*

13/10/2026

16th International Public Health Conference
20th October 2026