The International Conference for Science and Practice on Global Perspectives on Multilingualism in (Mental) Healthcarewill take place on June 26–27, 2026, at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf in Hamburg, Germany. 🌍🗣️

The conference addresses the challenges patients face when language barriers hinder access to care and treatment quality, highlighting the gaps in standardized interpreting services and multilingual policies in healthcare systems worldwide. 🏥💬

Bringing together researchers, clinicians, artists, and experts, the event explores innovative strategies to overcome language barriers through lectures, seven workshops, a best-practice pitch session, and a panel discussion. Participants will discuss the advantages and limitations of current approaches and develop sustainable solutions to strengthen global health equity. 🌐🤝

This multidisciplinary gathering aims to connect research, clinical experience, and stakeholder expertise, fostering collaboration and practical strategies to make healthcare more inclusive for diverse linguistic communities.

🌍🩺 Global Perspectives on Multilingualism in (Mental) Healthcare brings together researchers, healthcare professionals, practitioners, and experts from around the world to explore how linguistic diversity impacts healthcare access and quality.

Taking place on 26–27 June 2026 in Hamburg, Germany, this international conference will examine challenges and innovative solutions for multilingual communication in healthcare and mental healthcare settings. The programme features inspiring lectures, interactive workshops, a best-practice pitch session, and a panel discussion focused on improving health equity and strengthening global health systems.

🤝✨ The event offers a unique opportunity for learning, collaboration, and networking across disciplines, with the goal of developing more inclusive and effective healthcare services for multilingual communities worldwide.

Join the inaugural Early Career Symposium on 27 June 2026 at Charité Campus Mitte in Berlin—a full-day event designed for doctoral students and postdocs in global health. 🎓🌍

With peer coaching, colloquia, interactive training, and career talks, the symposium creates space for meaningful exchange, skill-building, and interdisciplinary networking. 💡🤝

Free of charge and held alongside GLOHRA Day, participants can connect beyond the event through the GLOHRA Training Platform—apply by 15 April 2026! ✨

For questions, contact Esther Evang: academy@globalhealth.de