FAQs

General Information

1) Where and when will the Hong Kong Mental Health Conference 2025 be held?

The Hong Kong Mental Health Conference will take place from 6-8 November, 2025, at Hotel ICON, Hong Kong. Some breakout sessions will take place simultaneously at Poly U’s RestHub, which is around 5 minutes walk from Hotel ICON.

2) Is the Conference open to everyone?

Yes! While the Day 1-2 (Nov 6-7) sessions are targeted towards clinical professionals (e.g. psychologists, counsellors, GPs, psychiatrists, OBs), NGO workers, and educators, anyone interested in mental health is welcome to join. There are no professional limitations for conference access.

Day 3 of the conference will feature a public Mental Wellbeing Festival—an open and inclusive event where everyone is welcome, regardless of your academic or professional background. The day will include interactive workshops and sharing by guest speakers, offering a fun and relaxed way for the public to explore and learn more about mental health.

We welcome you to join if you are:

• Academics or experts passionate about advancing mental health research
• HR professionals  eager to strengthen your organisation’s DEI policies and culture
• University students hoping to expand their knowledge in mental health across the lifespan 
• Dedicated employees working in mental health organisations (non-profit or for-profit) 
• Leaders looking to learn more about mental health cross the lifespan 
• Clinical professionals hoping to upskill and learn about innovative and new mental health best practices 
• Individuals with lived experience who want to delve deeper into specific topics 
• Curious minds who want to learn more about mental health and wellbeing!

No matter your background, if mental health matters to you, this conference is for you. Come be part of the conversation and make a difference!

3) What language will the conference be in?

Conference Days (6-7 November) will be in English (Cantonese/English simultaneous interpretation will be available for sessions in the ballroom).

The Mental Wellbeing Festival (8 November) will be in Cantonese and English (Cantonese/English simultaneous interpretation will be available for sessions in the ballroom).

4) What is the difference between Conference Days (6-7 November) and the Mental Wellbeing Festival?

At this conference, we aim to provide a platform that features both the latest research updates on mental health topics related to life’s defining moments and community-friendly awareness activities. Both components are open to everyone, with programmes tailored to different audiences.

Conference Days (6-7 Nov) will bring together professionals from various fields to discuss timely and often under-addressed topics using their expertise. If you are interested in bridging the gap between academia and real-life applications of evidence-based strategies worldwide, Days 1 and 2 are perfect for you!

The Mental Wellbeing Festival (8 Nov) will be less academic and more public-oriented, featuring interactive workshops and relatable talks designed for the general public to participate in and benefit from. If you prefer casual and engaging sessions, join our Mental Wellbeing Festival!

Both sections are open to all, with content tailored to meet diverse needs. We warmly welcome everyone to join us!

5) Will there be online sessions at the Hong Kong Mental Health Conference 2025? 

There will be no online sessions at our conference. Attendees from around the world will join us in person for this exciting event. We aim to create a more personal and interactive experience for everyone!

6) How can I review the conference programme?

The fully searchable programme for the Hong Kong International Mental Health Conference is available here: https://programme.hkmentalhealthconference.com/ 

7) Can I get a certificate of attendance? 

Yes, certificates of attendance will be available upon request. Further instructions will be provided in due course.

Tickets/Registration

1) How do I register for the Hong Kong Mental Health Conference 2025?

Registration is now open! Register here.

2) What are the ticket options?

Please see our ticket options here.

We are offering a special rate for NGO staff, students (both full-time or part-time) and school staff to join the conference. *Registrants must use a specific work/school email to register for the special rate.

We are offering a special rate for residents of Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMIC). Eligibility for the LMIC ticket is determined by the participant's country of residence. This category is exclusively available to individuals who are residents of countries classified as either "Low income" or "Middle income" according to the World Bank's 2025 classification.

Participants purchasing an LMIC ticket must accurately state their country of residence during the registration process. The Organiser reserves the right to verify the country of residence of any participant if needed.

Group ticketing (discounted rate) is also available for organisations that wish to purchase 5 or more tickets. Please email conference@mind.org.hk with your full name, organisation name, and number of tickets to arrange this. In the subject line, please add “Group Ticketing - Conference”

3) Can I register for the Conference/Mental Wellbeing Festival only?

Yes! There are various ticketing options available. Registration for the conference and Festival can be separated - you are welcome to attend all or any of the days.

4) Are refunds available?

Booking fees and Day 3 tickets are non-refundable. For Day 1/ Day 2 tickets, you may request a refund on or before 30 September 2025.

In the unlikely event that the event is cancelled, we shall issue a refund for all ticket types (including Day 3 tickets), with a 5% handling fee deducted from the original ticket price.

Refunds will be processed within 7 working days via Ticketflap, and a handling fee of 5% of the original ticket price will be deducted from all refunds.

For more details, please review our Terms and Conditions before registering to ensure you understand the event policies, including refunds, booking fees, and related arrangements.

5) Is there a group registration discount available?

Yes! For group registrations of 5 or more participants, a discount applies to early-bird, regular, and NGO/student rates. To be eligible, all group members must register together.

To arrange a group booking, participants are required to complete the group registration form and submit it via email to the Organiser at conference@mind.org.hk. The Organiser reserves the right to verify eligibility for group discounts.

6) How will I know the latest arrangements for the conference?

We will continue to update our website and social media accounts. Please stay tuned to ensure you don’t miss any updates!

You may also register here for Mind HK’s mailing list to hear the latest updates on our events, including the conference. 

7) Where will the proceeds from the ticket sales go?

Mind HK is a registered S88 charity (91/16471) in Hong Kong. All ticketing proceeds from the Conference will go towards Mind HK’s activities/joint activities in ensuring no one faces a mental health problem alone.