Creating lasting change in global mental health means rethinking the way mental health innovations are funded, implemented and led.
In a recent episode of the “Mind the gap” podcast, hosted by Chris Underhill and Christie Civetta, the Grands Défis Canada team, Nicole Bardikoff, Grand Challenge Portfolio and Mental Health Lead, and Sahil Chopra, Investment Manager, explored two significant challenges in global mental health: funding and skills gaps. Nicole and Sahil shared GCC’s lessons on investing in locally led, long-term solutions for mental health through the Being initiative.
The conversation explored how integrated innovation and catalytic capital can strengthen ecosystems, highlighting the importance of local leadership, collaboration, and flexible funding in reshaping mental health to unlock lasting impact.
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