Practical guidance document designed to support governments and institutions in systematically assessing how proposed laws, policies, programmes, and services may affect the rights and well-being of children and young people. It outlines a structured, evidence-based process for analysing potential and actual impacts, grounded in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, and emphasises the importance of using both quantitative and qualitative data, including the views and experiences of children themselves

A comprehensive guidance document that supports countries in designing and implementing coordinated approaches to mental health for children, adolescents, and caregivers. It is grounded in a social ecological model and outlines a continuum of care spanning prevention, promotion, and treatment. The framework emphasises the need for collaboration across sectors—including health, education, child protection, and social welfare—and provides practical guidance on strengthening systems, services, and workforce capacity to deliver integrated MHPSS support.

Evidence-based recommendations on interventions that promote mental well-being and prevent mental health conditions among adolescents. Drawing on systematic reviews, the resource outlines effective approaches across settings—such as schools, families, and communities—supporting countries in implementing interventions that are both impactful and appropriate to adolescents’ developmental needs.

Thiis series of guidance documents supports countries in developing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive mental health policies and strategic action plans. It provides a structured framework grounded in evidence and best practice, covering key components such as governance, service delivery, financing, and monitoring, to help strengthen national mental health systems.

Outlines a holistic and cross-sectoral approach to mental health, recognising its links to social, economic, and environmental factors. It sets out strategic priorities and actions across prevention, care, and inclusion, aiming to strengthen mental health systems, reduce stigma, and improve access to support across Member States.

Outlines a regional vision and priorities for improving the health and well-being of children and adolescents across the WHO European Region. It takes a life-course and systems-based approach, addressing key determinants of health—including mental health—and providing strategic directions to support countries in strengthening policies, services, and preventive actions.

Practical, evidence-based guidance for implementing mental health promotion and prevention interventions for adolescents. It translates global recommendations into actionable tools, supporting practitioners and policymakers to design, deliver, and scale interventions that strengthen adolescents’ emotional well-being and resilience.

Outlines key principles and standards for designing and delivering effective mental health services for children and young people. It focuses on service organisation, accessibility, quality of care, and integration across sectors, helping countries strengthen systems to better meet the needs of young populations.

Outlines strategic and operational levers that countries can use to implement PHC effectively. The framework includes a measurement system to track progress and performance in PHC, ensuring that health systems can adapt and respond to changing needs and challenges.

A practical implementation guide that sets out a simple, evidence-based framework to help countries initiate or strengthen suicide prevention efforts. It focuses on four key interventions—such as limiting access to means, promoting responsible media reporting, building life skills in young people, and improving early identification and care—supported by cross-cutting pillars like governance, collaboration, and monitoring. Designed for both national and local stakeholders, the guide provides a structured starting point for developing coordinated, multi-sector suicide prevention strategies that can be adapted to different contexts.