World Mental Health Day
You're Invited: World Mental Health Day 2026
Global Today
Well-being
One Mind. Nine Dimensions. One Connected Life
Join us for an inspiring morning dedicated to mental health and well-being.
Together, we'll explore how the Nine Dimensions of well-being can support a healthier mind, stronger habits, and a more connected life.
Get ready by taking the Nine-Dimensions Well-Being Challenge
Get ready for the main event by exploring the Nine Dimensions of well-being through short, engaging digital activities (from September 27 to October 7 on Aramco LIFE) designed to encourage reflection, build healthy habits, and inspire positive action.
Complete all nine activities for a chance to enter the prize draw at the October 12 event.
Start the Nine-Dimension Challenge by clicking here.
World Mental Health Day
Monday, October 12, 2026
8:30-11:40 a.m.
King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) Theater
Aramco employees can register for the event by clicking here.
For the full agenda and bus schedules, see below.
World Mental Health Day agenda
Act 1: Understand the Mind
7:45-8:30 a.m. — Arrival experience: Registration, refreshments, and photos
8:30-8:35 a.m. — Welcome message by the senior vice president of Human Resources
8:35-9:10 a.m. — Dr. Taryn Marie Stejskal: (30 minutes plus five minute Q&A) Stress, Rewritten: How to Flourish Under Pressure
9:10-9:35 a.m. — Salma Almufti: (20 minutes plus five minute Q&A) Behind the Smile: The Conversations about Mental Health We're Not Having
9:35-10 a.m. — Alexander Bell; (20 minutes plus five minute Q&A) Thriving in a Hyperconnected World: Reclaiming Well-being across the Nine Dimensions
10-10:15 a.m. — Refreshment Break (15 minutes)
Act 2: Experience the Human Story
10:15-10:40 a.m. — Hussain Abbas: (20 minutes plus five minute Q&A) 40 Days to Discover What Really Matters: Lessons in Endurance, Mindset, and Human Connection
10:40-11:05 a.m. — Dr. Kenae Black: (20 minutes plus five minute Q&A) Redefining Strength: Burnout and Support at Work
Act 3: Take It Back to Work
11:05-11:30 a.m. — Amy McKeown: (20 minutes plus five minute Q&A) Finding Strength, Purpose, & Compassion
11:30-11:40 a.m. — Closing remarks
11:40 a.m. onward — Book signing session with Dr. Taryn Marie Stejskal and Dr. Kenae Black
Bus Schedule
Eight buses will be available to take participants to the event. Each bus holds 48 passengers. Morning departure commences at 7:45 a.m.
Pick ups
Route Estimated Duration
Midra-Ithra 10 minutes
North Park - Ithra 10 minutes
West Park - Ithra 10 minutes
Core Area - Ithra 15 minutes
Return Service — Pick up at Ithra, 1 p.m.
Pick-up points
Al-Midra Bus Stop >> click here. 26.328800, 50.107803
North Park 3 >> click here. 26.327717, 50.108264
West Park >> click here. 26.312388, 50.123864
Core Area Gate 34 >> click here. 26.310414, 50.120059
Drop-off point
Ithra >> click here. 26.335488, 50.118904
What to expect on the event day
- Inspiring well-being experts
- Photo booth
- Book signings, including Dr. Taryn M. Stejksal and Dr. Kenae Black.
