In the wake of World Mental Health Day, the Armed Forces of the Philippines through the Office of the Surgeon General launched its Mental Health Program on October 12, 2023 with The Deputy Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Charlton Sean M Gaerlan PN(M) representing the AFP Chief of Staff as the Guest of Honor and Speaker.
The event was highlighted by the introduction of the AFP Mental Health Web Pages to improve access to mental health support, ensuring the ongoing efforts to address challenges that may impact personnel well-being and organizational performance. The event also honored benevolent stakeholders for their contributions to the cause.
With the theme “TROPA: Troop Resilience, Optimum Performance, and Mental Health Awareness,” the implementation of this program marks a significant advancement in identifying and managing mental health issues, emphasizing the importance of mental health, and fostering a culture of support within the organization.
"Let us all come together to ensure that every member of the AFP is not just physically prepared but also mentally strong and resilient, ready to face any challenge that comes our way,” the AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo S Brawner said in his speech read by LtGen Gaerlan.
AFP Mental Health Website: https://mentalhealthprogram.afp.mil.ph/
For more information and inquiries follow: Office of The Surgeon General, AFP
