Prevention, crisis resolution, treatment and recovery oriented practices
in an ecosystem of (mental) health
 

Utrecht

25 November 2025 - 4 December 2025

 

* Registration open 1st June – 31st August *

If the participant quota is reached before the official closing date, registration may close earlier.

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Overview

 

The multidisciplinary exchange programme is organised in partnership with the Trimbos Institute, which provides research, policy, and practice-based advice for professionals on mental health and addiction issues. A combination of workshops, lectures, discussion-groups and working visits will be offered in the main location of the program; Utrecht and other parts of the Netherlands. This event will give insights into the collaboration of a network of (mental) health providers for adults, youth and the elderly in urban and rural environments. Participants will have the chance to get informed, discuss and see successful models for community mental health, integrated (network) care and services for vulnerable groups homeless shelters and on the streets. In addition, they will experience first-hand how service providers place quality of life and well-being, resilience, strength, and support from the environment at the core of their daily work with citizens and clients.

 

Details

 

The programme will be held during one period accommodating a total of 75 participants. To facilitate a more effective and comfortable experience during the stay, shadowing, and discussions, we will organise participants into subgroups.

 

 

Participants

 

• Mental health professionals from within the medical system and community-based care.
• Educators, schoolteachers, pedagogues.
• Social workers from various community settings.
• Professionals working in prisons and juvenile detention centres.
• Policymakers.
• Professionals providing education in mental health.
• Service user organizations involved in mental health advocacy.

 

 

Selection Process

 

Applicants will undergo a thorough selection process based on the following criteria. Details on the evaluation can be found here: Participants Evaluation Grid

Important Information

If you applied for more than one host country, please remember that you will only be selected for one country, due to the high number of applications. If you already received a place in another exchange country and joined that programme, we cannot offer you a new place unfortunately. This is to ensure that more people the chance to join our exchange programmes.

Applicants can expect to receive a response within three weeks after registration closure.
Please also remember to check in your Spam folder!

If selected, you will be asked to do enter more details, as a second step for registration. Please make sure to do so within 1 week of confirmation, otherwise we will have to give your seat to another applicant. 

 

1. Country of Residence:
   The exchange programme is open to participants (regardless of their nationality) whose country of residence is either one of the 27 EU Member States, or Norway or Iceland. A total of 150 participants will be selected, with quotas assigned to sending countries based on their population size and active engagement in the mental health sector.
    
2. Level of Experience:
   We value candidates with a minimum of 2 years' experience in the field, though we also consider those with less experience.
    
3. English Proficiency Requirement:
   Language of the exchange visits will be English. Candidates must possess a minimum proficiency in English, equivalent to at least the B1 level.
    
4. Motivation/Attitude:
   Applicants should provide clear and well-structured motivation letters, demonstrating understanding of the program's objectives and a strong commitment to their professional growth.
    
5. Affiliation with Exchange Hosting Organisations:
   If you are affiliated with any Exchange hosting organisation, you will receive priority consideration for participation in our programme.

 

 

Your role & contribution

 

Before the Visit:

• Coordinate your trip details with the EU-PROMENS project team.
• Familiarise with the participant pack provided upon confirmation.

 

During the Visit:

• Receive an introduction to the local context and best and promising practices.
• Engage in group dynamics, interactive learning and solution-building.
• Participate in the conclusive workshop and certification ceremony.
• Engage with a dedicated local hub group facilitator.

 

After the Visit:

• Fill in the programme evaluation form and participants' report.
• Further engage with your new peers on EU-PROMENS Community of Practice.
• If you want apply for the upcoming EU-PROMENS Training Programme in your country of residence.