The Geneva Partnership Commitment
The Geneva Partnership Commitment for a A Global Network for Evidence-Based Policy and Practice on Psychosocial Risks and Mental Health at Work was signed on the 10th of October 2025 as part of the European Academy of Occupational Health Psychology’s Policy Event at the International Labour Organization, Geneva, Switzerland.
The collective insights and shared challenges discussed over the two days led directly to the event’s landmark conclusion: the signing of the Geneva Partnership Commitment.



This commitment formally establishes a global network between the European Academy of Occupational Health Psychology (EAOHP), the Asia-Pacific Academy for Psychosocial Factors at Work (APA-PFAW), the Society for Occupational Health Psychology (SOHP), and the Scientific Committee of the International Commission on Occupational Health on Work Organization and Psychosocial Factors (ICOH-WOPS).
Recalling the inclusion of “a safe and healthy working environment” in the ILO’s framework of fundamental principles and rights at work, the network commits to addressing the significant global disparities in prevention, terminology, coverage, and enforcement related to psychosocial risks. It will support international organizations, governments, and stakeholders through policy-focused initiatives, joint research, and the development of practical, evidence-based tools.
Reflecting on the event, EAOHP President Stavroula Leka stated, “The Geneva Partnership Commitment represents a renewed assurance of sustainable collaboration among key occupational health psychology associations. Our collaboration is now more important than ever to ensure that evidence-based policy making and practice are strengthened globally. We look forward to working with international organisations, such as the ILO, national governments, social partners, and other stakeholders in this endeavour and we thank them for their continued engagement and support.”
The EAOHP is proud to lead this initiative and looks forward to collaborating with its global partners to turn this commitment into tangible action.
Read the full text of the Geneva Partnership Commitment here.


