2025 is going to be a big year for community.

Not only is the theme of Mental Health Awareness Week in May this year ‘community’ but also the President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has declared 2025 as ‘The Year of Community’.

At mentl we believe in creating a community of people who care, and we believe we all prosper when we lift others up. And, that’s why our annual inspiring awards are back, and bigger than ever.

Last year the mentl awards 2024 were dubbed ‘the Met Gala’ for mental health after a record number of entries and attendees.

For the public sector, for private companies, for inspiring individuals.

It’s time to shine a spotlight on those who have stepped forward and are making significant strides in the mental health conversation.

Last year more than 100 companies made it to the final at our gala dinner in Expo City Dubai – and once again in 2025 our awards are open to the GCC, with entries welcome from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain.

CLICK HERE: Enter ‘the mentl awards 2025’ now

Independent, respected, meaningful

Our awards are given purely on merit.

Each year recipients are chosen by an independent jury of respected leaders from the public and private sector.

Healthcare professionals, mental health champions, CEOs and industry leaders, well-being advocates and inspiring individuals who push boundaries, their vote and their vote alone will determine which organisations are celebrating at our gala awards celebration in Dubai in November.

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It’s time to shine

We believe it is time to hero the game-changers, the unsung champions in our workplaces and communities, who are transforming the way we approach mental health.

‘the mentl awards 2024’ is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at celebrating those champions of mental health in corporate environments, public sector institutions, and educational establishments.

It’s time to recognise those who have taken a stand to make a difference.

Everyone’s invited

In a world where mental health is often overshadowed, our awards seek to bring this critical aspect of wellbeing to the forefront.

We are dedicated to recognising outstanding achievements in numerous industries, from finance and healthcare to education and logistics, and all sectors in between.

Small businesses and big corporations, start-ups and industry giants, public sector organisations and hospitality venues, everyone is invited.

This is your chance to shout about the passionate work you or your organisation has been doing to move the needle.

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AWARD CATEGORIES

Championing companies & institutions

Our awards are open to all from the public and private sector, from start ups & SMEs to major corporates and government department. From heavy industry to creative services, from cutting edge technology to those at the front line of care, we want to amplify and showcase the best practice from all sectors and raise the bar in mental health.

Entry to each category costs AED800 plus VAT and bank charges. To enter and organisations can nominate as many different projects or initiatives that they feel meet the criteria.

For the full criteria for each category and general rules and conditions click here.

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AWARD CATEGORIES

Mental Health Heroes 2025 – honouring individuals

Our individual awards are open to all to honour the work are people from all levels who have made a contribution to tackling stigma and advancing the mental health conversation.

From influential public figures who have advocated for better health to inspiring individuals who have overcome barriers such as mental health conditions to succeed – note this category will be free to enter.

And, we’ll announce our Mental Health Champion 2025.

Be inspired by Emirati Adel BinHdaya AlFalasi who lifted the trophy in 2023, propelling him into a new life as a mental health advocate.