Policy Brief: Mental Health in Zamboanga del Norte

Infographic of a policy brief addressing mental health gaps in Zamboanga del Norte. A printable version of the material is also available here.

ACRI Conducts Nutrition Focused Physical Examination Training to Advance Autism Research

ACRI conducted Nutrition Focused Physical Examination Training on June 18, 2025, as part of an autism research project comparing children with ASD to their peers. Led by Dr. Maria Christina Kristin S. Reyes, the training equipped researchers and student assistants with hands-on skills to conduct NFPE with children aged 5-9. The peer practicum component built clinical team capacity to accurately administer assessments for the research protocol.
Ka-ginhawa: Building Resilient Communities through Inclusive Mental Health

Ka-ginhawa is a community-based mental health initiative supported by the Australian Government in partnership with CBM Global Disability Inclusion (CBMG) through Partnerships for a Healthy Region. The project is led by the Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health – Center for Research and Innovation (ACRI) in collaboration with the Balik Kalipay Center for Psychosocial Response (BKC).