International Conference on

Violence and Mental Health: Prevention, Intervention, and Community Action (VMH-PICA 2026)

Hybrid Conference (On Campus + Online Participation)

14 -15 June, 2026

CONFERENCE THEME

  • Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and Domestic Violence
  • Violence and Mental Health Outcomes
  • Gender, Power, and Social Inequalities
  • Mental Health Interventions and Psychosocial Support
  • Stigma, Culture, Barriers, and Help-Seeking Behavior
  • Policy, Legal Frameworks, and Human Rights
  • Role of NGOs, Community Organizations, and Stakeholders
  • Digital and Emerging Forms of Violence
  • Feminist Literary Responses to Gender-Based Violence
  • Psychological First Aid, Crisis Response and Rehabilitation
  • Substance Abuse, Aggression, and Mental Health Challenges
  • AI, Digital Technologies and Social Media in Violence Perpetration and Prevention

Abstract and Paper Submission Guideline

  • We seek structured abstracts that succinctly convey the purpose, methodology, results and implications of your research. It is hereby notified that in order for your abstract to be considered, the following details must be submitted via email along with MS Word & PDF (Both Versions) of the abstract, which should not exceed 250-300 words.

    Required submissions:

    • Abstract (250-300 words) in both MS Word & PDF attachment
    • Presenter’s Name
    • Presenter’s WhatsApp Number
    • Presenter’s Email Address
    • City, District, and Country
    • Name of Department and University
    • Name of Affiliated Research Centre (if not part of a University)
    • Please mention the specific theme under which your research paper falls

    Note: Title: Clearly and concisely state the title that accurately reflects the main topic and focus of your research paper or presentation. Background/ Objective: Provide context and rationale for the study. State the main aim or research question of the study. Methods: Briefly describe the study design, participants, procedures, and methods of analysis used. Results: Summarize the main findings of the study. Include any relevant data or statistical results.

Patorn in Chief

Prof. Dr. Syeda Shahida Batool

Vice Chancellor, The Women University Multan

Dr Sadia Musharraf

HOD, Department of Applied Psychology, The Women University Multan

IMPORTANT DATES

  • Last call to submit abstract 1 June, 2026.
  • Notification of Acceptance 02 June, 2026.
  • Registration Deadline 05 June, 2026.
  • For details and to submit: vmh.pica@wum.edu.pk 

 REGISTRATION FEES 

  • WUM Students: Rs.500/-
  • Students from Other Universities: Rs.1000/-
  • WUM Faculty: Rs.2500/-
  • For Professionals: Rs.3000/-

VENUE: JINNAH AUDITORIUM, THE WOMEN UNIVERSITY MULTAN.

ORGANIZED BY: DEPARTMENT OF APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY, THE WOMEN UNIVERSITY MULTAN