International Association for Counselling

08/09/2025

Dear IAC Members,
You still have time, but hurry - nominations for IAC's Executive Committee are due this Friday, September 8. Now is your chance to help guide our global community forward.

Run for election to the IAC Executive Committee and play a pivotal role in shaping our mission, strategy, and future.

Why Serve?
✔ Influence the direction of IAC worldwide.
✔ Strengthen the voice of counseling professionals globally.
✔ Collaborate with thought leaders and make lasting contributions.

Please go to this link and complete nomination form before September 12:

12/07/2025

Another wonderful day celebrating Counselling at the IAC conference in Malta! One of today multiple highlights was our Associations’ Roundtable where leaders from around the world shared and collaborated. Thank you for your heartfelt presence!

11/07/2025

Happening now !

Malta Declaration Launch on Climate-Informed Counselling Approaches

10/07/2025

We are delighted to invite you to watch the IAC 2025 International Counselling Conference online, taking place from 11–13 July 2025 in Malta. You can watch the conference sessions live and free of charge — simply register using the link below to receive your access details: 👉 Click here to register :

https://universityofmalta.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wLekTFJpRbGt0awCbDyw2w #/registration

Conference Theme: Counselling in a World of New Challenges: Cultivating Mental Health and Wellbeing
Dates: Friday 11th – Sunday 13th July 2025

You can also access the full Conference Programme here:

https://www.um.edu.mt/media/um/docs/events/iac2025/16IAC2025CONFRENCEPROGRAMMEFINALFORPRINTING3JUL2025.pdf

IAC 2025 ANNUAL CONFERENCE

10/07/2025

We are ready for our conference in Malta! A space where friends and colleagues gather to advocate for mental health around the world.

We have some great news to share with our members and friends- the World Health Organization has chosen our conference as the platform for a major announcement! 🎉 This will take place during Mark van Ommeren’s keynote speech on Friday morning July 11th (11:30 - 12:30pm Central European time)

It’s the official launch of a new joint WHO–UNICEF initiative, and Mark will be speaking about it as part of his talk. We will shortly post a link for you to participate and be part of this! Stay tuned for our livestream !

01/06/2025

🌍 Counselling in a World of New Challenges: Cultivating Mental Health and Wellbeing - International Conference | Malta: 11th – 13th July 2025

In a rapidly changing world, mental health professionals face new and evolving challenges every day. Whether it's the rise of digital stressors, the lingering impact of global crises, or shifting societal expectations, staying informed and equipped has never been more critical.

Join us for a transformative three-day international conference dedicated to exploring the complexities of modern mental health. This event brings together leading counselling professionals, psychologists, therapists, and researchers from around the world, offering a unique platform to exchange insights, strategies, and innovative approaches to mental health and wellbeing.

Why Attend?
✔ Stay up to date on global trends and emerging mental health issues
✔ Learn practical tools to support clients in increasingly complex environments
✔ Network with experts and peers from across continents
✔ Participate in workshops, keynote talks, and panel discussions led by international thought leaders

This is more than a conference — it’s an essential opportunity for growth, connection, and renewal in your professional journey.

📍 Location: Malta (Radisson Blu, St Julian's)
📅 Dates: 11th – 13th July 2025
🔗 Register now: https://www.um.edu.mt/events/iac2025/registration/

27/02/2025

We are getting closer to our Global Counseling Conference! Make sure that your presentation proposal is submitted before March 31. Notification of outcomes will be within five weeks of submission.
Register through this link:
https://www.um.edu.mt/events/iac2025/registration/

13/01/2025

It's time to register and get ready for our International conference in Malta.
Find more details through this links : https://www.um.edu.mt/events/iac2025/registration/
https://www.iac-irtac.org/?q=conference

Special discount for IAC Members!

10/10/2024

As the global representative body for the counselling profession and an international non-governmental organization with United Nations consultative status, the International Association for Counselling (IAC) was invited to participate in three days of high-level meetings at the World Health Organization in October 2024. IAC is representing its international community of counsellors at two key events:

Picture: WHO Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesu (left) and Naoise Kelly, IAC CEO (right)

09/10/2024

Let's work together to promote mental health for all. Sharing and bringing this conversation to the context in which we live, work, and play can be a great start.

04/09/2024

Exciting news! Our next International Conference in Malta is happening!! Our submission process is now officially open (visit https://www.iac-irtac.org/?q=node/286 to submit your proposal!