CALL FOR PAPERS: International Conference on Psychology and Mental Health, 2025

2023-03-07

Kabarak University, in partnership with the Kenya Universities Professional Counselors’ Association (KUPCA), proudly presents the International Conference on Psychology and Mental Health 2025, under the theme "Investing in Mental Health: Innovation and Digitalization for a Sustainable Future." Scheduled for 14th–16th October 2025 in hybrid format, this premier gathering will convene scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to explore cutting-edge research, case studies, and innovative solutions across pivotal sub-themes, including digital mental health interventions, climate-related psychosocial impacts, global security challenges, and culturally inclusive care frameworks. The conference will facilitate rigorous interdisciplinary exchange through peer-reviewed presentations, workshops, and plenary sessions, while offering publication opportunities in conference proceedings and a special issue of the Kabarak Journal of Research and Innovation (KJRI). By bridging research, policy, and practice, this collaboration seeks to advance transformative mental health strategies tailored to dynamic global and local contexts, reinforcing Kabarak University and KUPCA’s leadership in psychological scholarship and sustainable development.

  • Submission Types: Case Studies, Empirical Works, Reviewed Articles, Project Proposals, Project Presentations.

  • Submission Formats:

    • Abstracts: Max 250 words, Times New Roman, font 12, 1-inch margins.

    • Short Papers: Max 15 pages, includes abstract (200 words), background, methodology, results, recommendations, references.

Conference Objectives:
  1. Disseminate research findings.
  2. Discuss emerging issues in psychology and mental health.
  3. Foster professional networking and collaboration.
Tracks/Sub-Themes:
  1. Innovation and technology in mental health.
  2. Climate change and mental health.
  3. Global security and mental health.
  4. Policy and governance in mental health.
  5. Cultural and religious diversity and mental health.
  6. Mental health and agribusiness.
  7. Resilience and mental health in educational institutions.
Important Dates:
  • Abstract Submission Deadline: 30th May 2025
  • Full Paper Submission Deadline: 30th July 2025
  • Paper Acceptance Notification: 15th August 2025
  • Registration Deadline: 19th August 2025
  • Pre-Conference Trainings: 13th October 2025
  • Conference Dates: 14th – 16th October 2025
Publication Opportunities:
  1. Conference Book of Abstracts.
  2. Peer-reviewed Conference Proceedings.
  3. Selected papers in Kabarak University Journal of Research and Innovation (KJRI).

Conference Fees:

  • Students (Undergraduate/Postgraduate): KSh 3,000
  • Kenyan Participants: KSh 7,000
  • International Participants: USD 100
  • Paper Presentation Fee: KSh 1,500
Payment Details:
  • Account Name: KUPCA
  • Co-op Bank Acc. No: 01134487831400
  • Pay Bill: 400200
  • Branch Code: 103
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