Dechen Wangmo

Passionate public health advocate and a social worker at heart. Tweets are my own views

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

“Our children deserve a system that not only responds to harm but also actively promotes well-being, nurtures resilience, and prevents harm before it occurs.” Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen
Thank you @RushnanMurtaza for your leadership and passion on this journey of wellbeing 💕

[Rushnan Murtaza @RushnanMurtaza]

Today marks the nationwide launch of the #OnMyMind Campaign, a united movement to nurture the mental health of every adolescent across Bhutan.

Led by the PEMA Secretariat, MoESD, and UNICEF, this campaign will empower young people, strengthen families, and equip service providers to respond with compassion and care.

Together, we are building a future where every adolescent feels heard, supported, and resilient.

@DechenwangmoM @sherig_bhutan @UNICEFBhutan

#ForEveryChild #Support

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

Immense gratitude for the stewardship of #mentalhealth and #Childprotection in 🇧🇹. Happy Birthday Your Majesty the Gyaltsuen 🙏🏻

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[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

We join the nation in celebrating the profound humanity that defines Her Majesty. We remain forever grateful and inspired by her service, and forever committed to carrying forward the values she so beautifully embodies. Happy Birthday Your Majesty!

[World Health Organization South-East Asia @WHOSEARO]

🌍 Public health leaders, policymakers and diplomats gathered in New Delhi on 14 May 2026 to celebrate Bridging Boundaries: Memoirs of a Public Health Journey by Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh. 📘 They reflected on Dr Singh’s journey from the Indian Administrative Service to becoming the first woman elected WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia. 👏🏽

🗣️ Dr Catharina Boehme, Officer-in-Charge, WHO South-East Asia Region, described the memoir as a reflection of “an extraordinary professional journey” and a legacy of leadership that has shaped public health across the Region and beyond. 🌏 She highlighted Dr Singh’s role in advancing disease elimination, emergency preparedness and regional collaboration, while strengthening South-East Asia’s voice in global health. 🫱🏽‍🫲🏾

🌟 Distinguished speakers including veteran administrator Mr N.N. Vohra, former Union Health Minister of India Dr Harsh Vardhan, public health experts Dr Vinod Kumar Paul, Dr Viroj Tangcharoensathien from Thailand, and Dechen Wangmo, former Health Minister pf Bhutan, who shared reflections on Dr Singh’s leadership, diplomacy and lasting contributions to public health. Speakers described her as an inspiring global health leader whose foresight and commitment helped transform health outcomes across the Region. 💙

#PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #Leadership #HealthForAll @DechenwangmoM

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

PEMA Home stands as a sanctuary for children in difficult circumstances and those in conflict with the law—a place where broken paths are mended, where compassion replaces judgment, and where every child is reminded that they too are worthy of love and dignity 💕🇧🇹

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

#InternationalWomensDay ! Celebrating #strength and wisdom of a Extraordinary leadership and boundless compassion - Her Majesty the Gyaltsuen 🙇‍♀️🙇‍♀️🙇‍♀️ #Reachingtheunreached

[Kuensel @KuenselOnline]

As we observe the International Women’s Day 2026 tomorrow, bearing the theme “Rights. Justice. Action.” for all women and girls, I take the opportunity to join in the celebration of unwavering strength, unconditional spirit and boundless compassion of every woman, everywhere.

[HITAP @HITAP_Thailand]

What are the key challenges for health systems in shifting demographics?

For Plenary 2 – “Demographic Shifts and Health System Transformation”, we are pleased to highlight Dasho Dechen Wangmo, Head of the PEMA Secretariat, who underscores the importance of transforming health systems to prioritise prevention, mental health, and overall well-being to ensure resilience, equity, and compassion in the face of demographic change.

If you’d like to hear more insights from our speakers and join in the discussion, come and join the session at PMAC 2026:
📅 30 January 2026
🕘 09.00–10.00
📍 Bangkok Convention A, Floor 22

A big shout-out to our co-hosts: World Bank Group (WBG), Health Intervention and Technology Assessment Program Foundation (HITAP), Asian Development Bank (ADB), National University of Singapore (NUS), Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), and Mahidol University

Stay tuned for more speaker highlights and perspectives.
🔗 More details: https://t.co/sovUiJd2bc

#PMAC2026 #DemographicShifts #HealthSystem

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

Looking forward to an exciting conversation #PMAC2026

[HITAP @HITAP_Thailand]

⏳9 days to go until PS 2.5 at #PMAC2026!
🌍 How do values shape the population policies that shape our lives?

Join PS 2.5: Diverse Values and Ethics in Designing Population Policies at #PMAC2026 to explore how countries respond differently to demographic change and how values shape those choices.

🗓️ 30 Jan 2026 | 10:30–12:30 ICT
📍 World Ballroom A, 23rd Floor
Share your views before the session 👇
https://t.co/rr8sexJZAT

#PMAC2026 #PopulationPolicy #GlobalHealth
#HealthPolicy #Ethics #DemographicChange
#HealthSystems #Values

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

#118thNationalDay ! In the spiritual heartland #Bumthang, we pause with deep gratitude and immense pride. May we continue to stand united and work together for a future worthy of our Nation’s legacy. Happy 118th National Day 🇧🇹
Photo courtesy - His Majesty’s page

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

#GlobalHandwashingDay 2025

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

#mentalhealthday2025 at Paro. Let us be the hand that lifts them, steady and strong, as they paint their world with the colors of hope, courage, and dreams”. #InclusionForAll 💕

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

#WorldMentalHealthDay2025 !
Our commitment for collective promise to create communities where every child, parent, and caregiver feels seen, supported, and cared. Join our journey to build a society that truly cares for all.
@the_pema @WHOSEARO @UNICEFBhutan

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

“No matter how much progress we make in education, health, or development, we cannot flourish as a society if our children do not feel safe, supported, and able to grow with confidence and joy,” Her Majesty the Gyaltsuen
Thank you @RushnanMurtaza for your continued dedication 🙏🏻

[Rushnan Murtaza @RushnanMurtaza]

Honoured to join Z Zurich Foundation and UNICEF Schweiz und Liechtenstein to see the progress of #HelpingAdolescentsThrive in Bhutan!

Our investment in adolescent mental wellbeing is building resilience and brighter futures.
Grateful for this powerful partnership. 💙

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

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[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

With every stone, with every hand, with every prayer, together Bhutan 🇧🇹 is on a incredible journey towards an enduring prosperity and meaningful progress under the stellar leadership of our beloved King #GMC #Unity #Ourgyenkhu

@gmcbhutan

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

+ Blessing of great visionary leadership of our Kings 🙇‍♀️

[UNDP in Asia and the Pacific @UNDPasiapac]

What does it take for a whole country to become carbon-negative? Bhutan’s secret: vast forests, renewable energy, and a commitment written into its constitution. Now, as part of the G-ZERO alliance, Bhutan is calling for global action to protect our Earth. See how @UNDP and partners are making it happen—watch this #FrontierDevSolutions video: https://t.co/f1N5morUYp

@tsheringtobgay @PMBhutan @FMBhutan @UNDP_Bhutan @MohammadYounus_

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

#Sisterhood 💕 Always a pleasure sister @DominiqueHasler, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, #Liechtenstein and Dr. Harbeen Arora Rai, Founder @G100wefleaders . To be continued .. #womenempoweringwomen

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

“Together, let us continue to build a compassionate and resilient Bhutan, where every child is nurtured, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive."
Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen, 2024

[The PEMA @the_pema]

~ 𝟏𝟓.𝟎𝟓.𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓: 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 (𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧)

The three-day Workshop on Mental Health in Schools for the central region concluded on May 15 at Gelephu HSS readmore⬇️
https://t.co/vvEeg51gG9

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

So true ! Forgotten agenda despite being in the definition of health for a long time.
In 🇧🇹 we are grateful for Her Majesty’s leadership in adopting #mentalhealth and #wellbeing as national #priority

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

Why is mental health still sidelined in global health? Dr Dévora Kestel, WHO’s Director for Mental Health, joins @SorenBrostrom to discuss stigma, funding and post-COVID momentum for change. https://t.co/ITzehfx0JO

[Dechen Wangmo @DechenwangmoM]

Deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers 🇮🇳 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻.

[Tshering Tobgay @tsheringtobgay]

Sending condolences & prayers to the victims & those affected by the horrific terrorist attack that happened in Pahalgam yesterday. Bhutan strongly condemns such brutal acts of terror & stands firmly with the Government & People of India in solidarity & friendship. @narendramodi