30th November to 3rd december · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
MHAT Global Conference
Mental Health in Anti-Trafficking
A global convening advancing trauma-informed mental health practice in the anti-trafficking sector.
Programme Structure
The MHAT Global Conference brings together frontline practitioners, researchers, policymakers, and donors in a focused, evidence-driven environment. Four integrated programme streams create a rigorous and restorative experience for delegates from across the globe.
MHAT Masterclasses
Expert-led sessions exploring trauma, mental health, and practical approaches to strengthening survivor support and programme practice.
MHAT Wellness
Experiential sessions focused on practitioner wellbeing, nervous system regulation, and sustainable practice in high-stress professional environments.
MHAT Briefings
Strategic conversations bringing together NGOs, donors, and policymakers to address funding priorities and key challenges facing the mental health space in the anti-trafficking sector.
MHAT Reports
Research, lessons, and emerging trends shaping the future of mental health practice within the anti-trafficking field.
Registration & Pricing
Ticket sales open July 2026
MHAT is intentionally positioned as a key year-end gathering for the anti-trafficking sector, creating space for reflection, restoration, and advanced mental health learning through curated masterclasses and practitioner-focused wellness sessions.
Early Bird
USD 270 (open July 2026)
Standard
USD 375 (open September 2026)
Group (6 pax)
USD 1,675 (open July 2026)

Scholarships are available for frontline organisations working in low-and middle-income contexts.
Contact us to enquire.
Speakers to be announced.
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Conference Streams
The MHAT Global Conference offers four distinct professional streams, each designed to provide targeted mental health insights and practical strategies for diverse roles within the anti-trafficking sector.
Leadership & NGO Systems
Focusing on organisational psychology to build resilient anti-trafficking programmes and foster supportive work environments for staff.
Social Work & Frontline Practice
Equipping social workers and frontline practitioners with advanced mental health tools for direct survivor support and ethical intervention.
Clinical Practice
Deep diving into trauma-informed counselling and psychological interventions tailored for survivors of human trafficking.
Medical & Healthcare Practice
Addressing the unique physical and mental health needs of survivors within medical and broader healthcare settings.
An Initiative By
Asia Freedom Network
Regional coordination strengthening collaboration, strategy, and survivor-centred responses across the anti-trafficking sector in Asia.
The Bridge Asia
A mental health and trauma resource platform creating space for learning, reflection and practitioner wellbeing through accessible knowledge, community dialogue, and trauma-informed engagement.
COVE Collective
A practitioner-led global platform designed to meet the urgent, unmet need for daily and sustainable mental health support - beyond formal therapy, beyond training modules.
For delegate enquiries, speaking opportunities, sponsorship and scholarship applications, please contact the organising committee via [email protected]