the mentl awards 2025 – enter and join our community of hope
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.
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 2025’ 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.
Your entry is just the beginning…
Small businesses and big corporations, start-ups and industry giants, public sector organisations and hospitality venues, everyone is invited to enter the awards.
And, every submission to ‘the mentl awards 2025’ automatically enrolls you as an official mentl community member for 12 months.
As part of your membership, you’ll receive:
- Early access to exclusive mentl events and roundtables
- Our monthly newsletter featuring expert insights, content and member news
- A platform to connect with like-minded mental health advocates across the region
Award finalists will be invited to attend the gala as part of their membership status, with attendance subject to a separate purchase.
This year’s members’ only awards dinner will take place on November 21, 2025, at the stunning, newly opened Folly Brasserie and Terrace at the Address Montgomerie, Dubai. (Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.)
AWARD CATEGORIES
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.
Hero your values – become an awards sponsor
Become an official sponsor of ‘the mentl awards 2025’ and help us amplify our mission and stand out as a champion of the cause. Click here to learn more.
Please email awards@mentl.space to become a hero to the awards.
We’re building a legacy of hope
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