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Intersectoral bodies in community mental health: experience of a local implementation team in community mental health in Chervonohrad (now Sheptytskyi), Lviv Region, Ukraine (2020–2022)

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: The local implementation team (LIT) in Chervonohrad (now Sheptytskyi) was launched in January 2020 with support from the Mental Health for Ukraine project and the Implemental Worldwide Community Interest Company. This paper highlights the core activities, challenges and outcomes of the LIT. Feedback from those involved suggests that, despite major nationwide challenges experienced in Ukraine, the LIT improved local understanding of mental health needs, established referral pathways and fostered effective intersectoral collaboration. This experience suggests that LITs can play a crucial role in improving community mental health during times of crisis, by providing flexible coordination.

Source: BJPsych International

DOI: 10.1192/bji.2025.10078

Authors: Morgane Alexandra Petrie Gaschet, Orest Bohdanovych Suvalo, Tracey Power

Institutions: Ukrainian Catholic University, King's College London

Language: English

Topic: Psychiatric care and mental health services

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Partnerships for the goals, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7124312960