“Opening up, talking to people gives you freedom” — World Mental Health Day 2025

To mark World Mental Health Day 2025, IOM Ireland hosted a dialogue with three remarkable men who have overcome significant obstacles in their migration journeys. Leaving one’s home, often under distressing circumstances, and arriving in a completely new place where you might not know anyone—or even speak the language—can be incredibly disorienting for migrants. IOM Ireland provides mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) services for people seeking asylum, helping them to cope with these challenges and improve their overall wellbeing.