Who gives voice to this project

Maria João Ruela

Journalist

Currently a consultant for Social Affairs, Society, and Communities at the Civil House of the President of the Republic, Maria João Ruela has always been a vocal advocate for social causes, both on television and in the press.

Margarida David Cardoso

Journalist

Margarida David Cardoso covers social and investigative topics with both rigor and sensitivity. She has contributed to major media outlets and is known for the depth of her interviews and reporting on mental health.

Mário Tavares

Project Officer do EU4Health

Mário Tavares has been working with the Portuguese Red Cross for over 20 years, serving both as a professional and volunteer in various areas, including Emergency Response, Youth Coordination, and the management of refugee centers and unaccompanied minors. He also served as Executive Director of the Portalegre Branch and has collaborated with other National Societies, such as the British, Belgian, and Luxembourg Red Cross.

Susana Gouveia

Project Manager do EU4Health

She has been working with the Portuguese Red Cross since January 2002, having served as the national coordinator for psychosocial support and as Portugal’s focal point for the Psychosocial Centre of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. She was part of the Task Force on Psychological Intervention in Crisis and Disaster Contexts and a member of the "Refugees" Working Group of the European Federation of Psychologists' Associations. She is currently the project manager of EU4Health at the Portuguese Red Cross.

Rita Redshoes

Singer

Rita Redshoes is one of the leading voices in contemporary Portuguese music. In both her songs and interviews, she has shared her experiences on topics related to mental health.

Nuno Delgado

Athlete

Olympic Judo medalist, Nuno Delgado is currently dedicated to promoting sports and physical and mental well-being through his own Judo School.

Cláudia Semedo

Actress and TV Host

Cláudia is known for her work in theatre, film, and television, where she combines her talent with the social causes she supports. Her empathy makes her an influential voice in the well-being conversation.

António Raminhos

Comedian

With a regular presence on radio and television, António Raminhos uses humor as a tool for emotional relief. He has even created a stand-up comedy show focused on the theme of mental health and his personal experiences with it.

Marcio Gagliato

Humanitarian Affairs Specialist

Marcio Gagliato is a psychologist and international expert in Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in humanitarian emergencies. Since 2004, he has consulted and worked directly with several organizations, responding to humanitarian crises. He has led interventions in regions such as Syria, Libya, Gaza Strip, Iran, East Central Africa, Zimbabwe, among others

Arz Stephan

Psychological First Aid Specialist

Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) specialist and focal point for the EU4Health program. He leads the portfolio on youth mental health and child-focused MHPSS. He has over a decade of experience working on programs for children and young people living in conflict-affected areas.