Our study visit to Ireland, funded by the Victor Pinchuk Foundation (https://www.pinchukfund.org/en/) within the frame of the RETURNING Project (https://povernennya.org), was featured in several Irish news pieces. Here you can read the summaries of them.

Irish Department of Health – Minister Mary Butler Welcomes Ukrainian Delegation

https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-health/press-releases/minister-for-mental-health-mary-butler-welcomes-ukrainian-delegation-of-mental-health-professionals-to-ireland/

A Ukrainian delegation of mental health professionals visited Ireland at the invitation of Minister for Mental Health and Older People, Mary Butler. The visit focused on learning from Ireland’s decades‑long experience in community‑based mental health reform, including lessons from the post‑conflict period in Northern Ireland. The delegation met with Irish policymakers, clinicians, and service leaders to explore models of trauma‑informed care, community supports, and national coordination mechanisms. Minister Butler highlighted Ireland’s solidarity with Ukraine and emphasized the importance of international cooperation in strengthening mental health systems during and after conflict. The visit forms part of a growing partnership between Irish institutions and Ukrainian mental health leaders, aiming to support Ukraine’s long‑term recovery and system transformation.

2. Irish Independent – “The stress is enormous all over Ukraine”

https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/the-stress-is-enormous-all-over-ukraine-ukrainian-psychiatrists-visit-ireland-to-learn-from-troubles-legacy/a127157372.html

The Irish Independent reports on the Ukrainian psychiatric delegation’s study visit to Ireland, describing the immense psychological toll of the war and the urgent need for scalable, community‑based mental health solutions. The article highlights how Ukrainian clinicians are examining Ireland’s experience with the Troubles, particularly how long‑term trauma was addressed through integrated services, cross‑sector collaboration, and public mental health campaigns. Ukrainian experts interviewed in the piece describe widespread stress, burnout, and trauma among civilians and veterans, noting that Ireland’s journey offers valuable insights for building a resilient, modern mental health system. The feature underscores the shared commitment of Irish and Ukrainian professionals to exchange knowledge and co‑develop approaches that can support Ukraine’s recovery.

3. RTÉ Radio 1 – Today with David McCullagh: “Ukrainians come to Ireland to research our mental health services”

https://www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22568966/

In this RTÉ Radio 1 segment, Dr. Vitalii Klymchuk, President of GlobalInMind, and Dr. Lorcan Martin, President of the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland, discuss the Ukrainian delegation’s visit and its goals. The conversation explores how Ireland’s mental health reforms — especially community‑based care and post‑conflict trauma services — can inform Ukraine’s strategy for supporting veterans and civilians affected by war. Dr. Klymchuk outlines Ukraine’s urgent need for scalable, evidence‑based mental health solutions and emphasizes the importance of international partnerships. Dr. Martin highlights Ireland’s willingness to share expertise and the mutual value of professional exchange. The interview positions the collaboration as a meaningful step toward building long‑term, sustainable mental health capacity in Ukraine.