Community Mental Health Convention 2025
Fri Oct 3, 09:00 - Sat Oct 4, 15:00
King of Kings Baptist Church
ABOUT
The Community Mental Health Convention 2025 is the only annual event of its kind bringing together public, private, and non-profit role players in the mental health space — with one shared goal: to drive awareness, encourage cooperation, and advocate for lasting grassroots impact.
Over two dynamic days, this convention offers a platform for learning, collaboration, and connection through a diverse programme of guest speakers, practical workshops, and networking opportunities. Together, we’ll unpack how every sector, organization, and individual contributes to the bigger picture of community mental wellness.
Why now? Because real change happens when we stop working in silos and start building partnerships that serve people, not just systems.
DAY 1 | FRIDAY 3 OCTOBER
Friday 3 October
08:00 | Doors Open, Registration & Coffee
08:00–10:00 | Expo Mingle & Networking
10:00 | Opening Ceremony
Local officials and special guests welcome attendees and open the convention.
10:30–12:55 | Morning Speaker Sessions
A lineup of expert talks on innovative mental health topics, including psychedelic therapies, neurodiversity, and the brain-heart connection.
12:55 | Lunch Break & Entertainment
Time to relax, grab a meal, and enjoy expo stalls and live performances.
14:25–16:40 | Group Discussions & Panel Dialogue
Interactive session unpacking the day’s key themes, audience reflections, and a moderated panel with our speakers.
16:40 | Coffee Break & Expo Visit
17:10 | Evening Entertainment & Dinner
A chance to unwind, connect, and enjoy performances and conversation over dinner.
18:10–19:40 | Evening Activities
Screenings, inspiring conversations, and networking to wrap up the day.
For more details be sure to visit the CMC Website at https://cmc25.org.za
DAY 2 | SATURDAY 4 OCTOBER
Day 2 | Saturday 4 October
08:00 | Doors Open, Coffee & Expo Mingle
09:00 | Keynote Session
An inspiring personal and professional journey through mental health care in South Africa.
10:00–12:30 | Workshops, Talks & Impact Activities
A dynamic mix of workshops, quick-talk sessions, interactive exercises, and testimonies from practitioners and community members.
12:30 | Lunch & Brain Date Networking Sessions
Facilitated opportunities to connect one-on-one or in small groups around shared interests.
13:30–14:30 | Afternoon Workshops & CMC-Talks
Diving into addiction treatment, play therapy, narrative therapy, trauma-informed practice, and more.
14:30 | Coffee Break
14:45–15:55 | Closing Discussions & Keynote
Final feedback discussions, reflections, a keynote address on leadership and community mental health, and the reveal of next year’s convention theme.
15:55 | Official Close
For more details be sure to visit the CMC Website at https://cmc25.org.za