The project Supporting Mental Health Resilience among Youth in Cyprus, funded by the European Commission via the Technical Support Instrument and implemented by the Ministry of Health and UNICEF, aims to improve the mental health and resilience of young people in Cyprus. It addresses the significant mental health challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, which disproportionately affected young people, particularly those in vulnerable groups. The research activities of the project are coordinated by CARDET.

The project has been submitted to the Cyprus National Bioethics Committee and has obtained the necessary approval. The project focuses on developing youth-friendly mental health promotion and prevention services at the municipal level, co-designed with young people to ensure their voices are integral to the process. Key objectives include creating a youth engagement framework, strengthening community-based mental health services, and providing capacity-building for service providers. It also supports the development of a National Mental Health Strategy in Cyprus, aligning with international best practices and fostering a sustainable, inclusive approach to mental health for young people.