The message is clear: there needs to be a shifting of decision-making power to the underrepresented and most affected groups by the exclusionary mental health systems and policies. Our voices must be included in planning services and interventions by civil society, service providers and policy makers because meaningful inclusion starts with consultation and collaboration across all stakeholder groups.

Hear from members of NCS-CAF Sri Lanka about how community support systems and services enable independent living in the community. Their video submissions highlight how true inclusion begins at the community level.