// WPA 2025 Regional Congress
Welcome Message
Dear colleagues and friends,
It is an honor for us to welcome you to the WPA Regional Congress, with the support of the WPA (World Psychiatric Association), the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God – Latin America and Caribbean Province, APAL (Latin American Psychiatric Association), and the Ecuadorian Psychiatric Association.
The congress will take place in the beautiful city of Quito, Ecuador.
This event promises to be an enriching and transformative experience for all attendees.
Toward a Transformative Psychiatry
At this congress, we will explore the latest advances and challenges in the field of psychiatry, with a focus on innovation and collaboration. Our goal is to create a space for the exchange of ideas and experiences, and to reflect on the future of our discipline.
Event Details
- Dates: November 14-16, 2025
- Venue: Swissotel Quito
- City: Quito, Ecuador
An Unforgettable Gathering
Quito, a UNESCO World Heritage city, offers a unique and enriching setting for our congress. We hope you enjoy Ecuador’s rich culture and warm hospitality, and that you take with you unforgettable memories of our time together.
Join Us!
We are excited to share this event with you and to explore the future of psychiatry together.
Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this transformative congress!
Sincerely,
Danuta
Wasserman
(Sweden)
WPA President; Congress President
(Sweden)
WPA President; Congress President
Juan Ayala Yépez
(Ecuador)
President of the Organizing Committee
Regional Congress of the World Psychiatric Association
(Ecuador)
President of the Organizing Committee
Regional Congress of the World Psychiatric Association
Key Dates:
Deadline for Symposia Proposals and Abstracts Submission (for Oral or Poster presentation)
August 20, 2025
Notification of Symposia Proposals and Abstracts acceptance
September 10, 2025
Symposia Chair/Speakers and Presenting Authors Registration
September 30, 2025
Early registration deadline
September 30, 2025
Deadline for accepted Symposia Speakers Abstracts submission
October 10,2025
The Congress will start in:
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