Dr. Ayesha Mian elected as the first Pakistani President of the International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
It is another honor for Pakistan that Dr. Ayesha Mian has been elected as the President of the International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (IACAPAP). She is the first Pakistani and the first South Asian to hold this prestigious position.
Dr. Ayesha Mian will assume her responsibilities for the term from 2026 to 2030. This election is not only a personal achievement for her but also a major recognition for Pakistan's medical sector. Her appointment to this global position will ensure that the progress made in the field of children's mental health in Pakistan is appreciated on an international level.
The primary objective of this organization is to improve the mental health of children and adolescents worldwide and to promote research in this regard. Under the leadership of Dr. Ayesha Mian, the organization will develop new strategies to address mental health issues globally.
Medical professionals and the public in Pakistan are expressing their joy over Dr. Ayesha Mian's success. It is hoped that under her leadership, awareness and facilities related to children's mental health in Pakistan will see further improvement.