Join us at the 27th World Congress of IACAPAP 2026 in Hamburg!
Update: Symposia submission notifications were sent to all chairpersons and speakers
Notification emails have been sent to all chairpersons and speakers regarding the status of their symposium submissions. Please check your inbox for detailed instructions and next steps.
Chairpersons whose symposia were not accepted are invited, along with their speakers, to submit an oral presentation or poster by 20 January 2026. For chairpersons of accepted symposia, it is essential to follow the instructions provided in the notification email, confirm attendance by 15 January 2026, and complete payment by 20 January 2026. Speakers of accepted symposia should activate their account, register for the congress, confirm attendance by 15 January 2026, and complete registration and payment by 20 January 2026.
Important: The Scientific Committee reserves the right to exclude symposium sessions from the programme if registration and payment are not completed by 20 January 2026.
Call for Abstracts – Oral Presentations & Posters
Didn’t get a chance to submit a symposium? There’s still time to be part of the IACAPAP 2026 scientific programme! We warmly invite you to submit your oral presentation or poster abstracts and share your research, insights, and innovations with the global child and adolescent mental health community. Whether you're an early-career researcher or a seasoned expert, this is a valuable opportunity to contribute to the vibrant exchange of knowledge at IACAPAP 2026. We look forward to receiving your submissions and seeing you in Hamburg!
Submission Deadline: 20 January 2026
Keynote Lectures at IACAPAP 2026: Ideas shaping the future of Child & Adolescent Mental Health
From digital safety to global equity, biology of ADHD, and climate resilience, this year’s keynote lectures bring you bold, practice-changing insights from leading voices around the world. Jörg M. Fegert (Germany) explores Beyond the screen: Protecting children in the digital age, addressing technology‑assisted risks and the systems needed to keep young people safe. Barbara Franke (The Netherlands) traces the journey from basic science to clinical applicability in Biological mechanisms of ADHD across the lifespan. Yewande Olufunmilayo Oshodi (Nigeria) amplifies Voices from the Global South, challenging stigma and inequity with locally grounded solutions.
We’ll also dive into mechanisms of treatment with Argyris Stringaris (UK), unpack nonsuicidal self-injury with Paul L. Plener (Austria), and outline a global training framework with Ayesha Mian (Pakistan). Tycho Dekkers (The Netherlands) calls for a more contextual narrative of ADHD, while Andrés S. Martin (USA) and Cecil Prins‑Aardema (The Netherlands) offer candid reflections on clinicians’ lived experience. Laelia Benoit (France) spotlights climate change and youth mental health; Sven Bölte (Sweden) presents Psychiatry 2.0 using WHO’s ICF; and Bruno Falissard (France) asks whether our field carries invisible colonial dynamics.
Plus, a growing roster of confirmed keynote speakers, including Hilary Cass (UK), Kapil Sayal (UK), Chiara Servili (Switzerland), Philip Shaw (UK), Guilherme V. Polanczyk (Brazil), Ilina Singh (UK), Olayinka Olusola Omigbodun (Nigeria), Tobias Banaschewski (Germany), and Dixon Chibanda (Zimbabwe), will help you rethink the future of care across systems, cultures, and contexts.
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research, challenge assumptions, and connect with a global community of experts. Register now and be part of the conversation that will shape the future of child and adolescent mental health.
Online Registration is now open
Be part of the 27th World Congress of the International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions (IACAPAP), taking place from 1–4 July 2026 in Hamburg, Germany. This global event brings together mental health professionals, researchers, and advocates to share knowledge, inspire innovation, and shape the future of child and adolescent mental health. Early bird registration is available now – secure your spot at a reduced rate before the deadline!
Discover the Preliminary Programme Structure
The preliminary programme structure is now available giving you a first look at the congress schedule, including symposia, keynotes, workshops, poster sessions, technical exhibitions, and networking events. This early overview is designed to help you make informed hotel and travel arrangements, ensuring a smooth and productive experience in Hamburg.
Welcome Address
It is our pleasure to welcome you all to our 2026 congress that will take place in Hamburg, Germany. IACAPAP was in Germany 20 years ago in Berlin! It was a memorable event, one of the most well attended congresses in IACAPAP history. No doubts that the success this time will be even greater. The central theme of the meeting is extremely relevant since we need to discuss evidence-based interventions in CAMH that can be quickly translated to services in the context of implementation science. We are sure this meeting will be again an invaluable opportunity for learning, exchange knowledge and experiences, find old and make new friends. The beauty and hospitality of Hamburg will make the experience unforgettable. Join us at the most comprehensive event on CAMH worldwide!
Tobias Banaschewski
Congress President
Luis Augusto Rohde
President IACAPAP
Discover Hamburg - A destination that leaves nothing to be desired
Join the Global Adolescent Advisory Board (GAAB): Call for Young Voices
Are you aged 14–19, passionate about mental health, and keen to make a difference? The Global Adolescent Advisory Board (GAAB) is calling for motivated youth from around the world to join its network. The GAAB connects motivated adolescents from around the world to collaborate with experts, share their perspectives, and co-create innovative ideas for improving mental health literacy.
until IACAPAP 2026 opens its doors!