Dechen Wangmo

📌 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗕𝗵𝘂𝘁𝗮𝗻 On 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟯 of the five-day inaugural workshop "Well-being Alliance for Research and Policy (WARP)" in Thimphu last week, Dr. Revati Phalkey (@RPhalkey ), Director of @UNUGlobalHealth, moderated a panel discussion on Health Equity and Mental Well-being, bringing together leaders from government, academia, and clinical practice to explore how well-being has become a cornerstone of the health and development agenda in Bhutan. The session featured Dr. Dasho Dechen Wangmo (@DechenwangmoM), Head of the PEMA Secretariat (@the_pema), Dr. 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗼 𝗗𝗼𝗿𝗷𝗶, Bhutan's first psychiatrist and Head of PEMA Rehab, and Ms. 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘆 𝗖 𝗡𝗮𝗺𝗴𝘆𝗲𝗹, Assistant Professor and Programme Leader for Clinical Counselling at Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences of Bhutan. The discussion highlighted Bhutan's leadership in Gross National Happiness philosophy and the work of the PEMA Secretariat in addressing psychological wellbeing for all. The panel highlighted that promoting well-being requires action far beyond the health sector, with education, employment, social protection, urban planning and the environment all playing a critical role in shaping healthier, happier, and more resilient societies. The panel showcased Bhutan's journey in strengthening community-based mental health services, building a skilled mental health workforce through education and research, and fostering cross-sector collaboration to ensure that well-being is embedded across public policies and decision-making. 📷 UNU-EHS / Flores Corral

but for a middle-aged friend who had just attempted to end his life. kuenselonline.com/news/pema-… #PEMA #Bhutan

Today marks the nationwide launch of the #OnMyMind Campaign, a united movement to nurture the mental health of every adolescent across Bhutan. Led by the PEMA Secretariat, MoESD, and UNICEF, this campaign will empower young people, strengthen families, and equip service providers to respond with compassion and care. Together, we are building a future where every adolescent feels heard, supported, and resilient. @DechenwangmoM @sherig_bhutan @UNICEFBhutan #ForEveryChild #Support

As we observe the International Women’s Day 2026 tomorrow, bearing the theme “Rights. Justice. Action.” for all women and girls, I take the opportunity to join in the celebration of unwavering strength, unconditional spirit and boundless compassion of every woman, everywhere.

⏳9 days to go until PS 2.5 at #PMAC2026! 🌍 How do values shape the population policies that shape our lives? Join PS 2.5: Diverse Values and Ethics in Designing Population Policies at #PMAC2026 to explore how countries respond differently to demographic change and how values shape those choices. 🗓️ 30 Jan 2026 | 10:30–12:30 ICT 📍 World Ballroom A, 23rd Floor Share your views before the session 👇 sprw.io/stt-tScxG #PMAC2026 #PopulationPolicy #GlobalHealth #HealthPolicy #Ethics #DemographicChange #HealthSystems #Values

Honoured to join Z Zurich Foundation and UNICEF Schweiz und Liechtenstein to see the progress of #HelpingAdolescentsThrive in Bhutan! Our investment in adolescent mental wellbeing is building resilience and brighter futures. Grateful for this powerful partnership. 💙

What does it take for a whole country to become carbon-negative? Bhutan’s secret: vast forests, renewable energy, and a commitment written into its constitution. Now, as part of the G-ZERO alliance, Bhutan is calling for global action to protect our Earth. See how @UNDP and partners are making it happen—watch this #FrontierDevSolutions video: youtu.be/7qmqgNck4LE @tsheringtobgay @PMBhutan @FMBhutan @UNDP_Bhutan @MohammadYounus_

~ 𝟏𝟓.𝟎𝟓.𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓: 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 (𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧) The three-day Workshop on Mental Health in Schools for the central region concluded on May 15 at Gelephu HSS readmore⬇️ thepema.gov.bt/mental-health…