Mark van Ommeren

Public Mental Health Adviser at WHO

Switzerland

Summary

Dr. Mark van Ommeren is public mental health adviser at the World Health Organization and focal point for mental health and psychosocial support in emergencies. His job includes advising and supporting all relevant agencies in providing the best possible social and mental health supports to people affected by war and other disaster. He has played a key role in initiating and drafting the most widely used mental health documents in emergencies, including IASC Guidelines and Sphere Standards.

Experience

  • reproductive health
  • public
  • disaster preparation
  • torts / conflict resolution
  • Sectors
  • Funders
  • Countries

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