Dr. Ayesha I. Mian to Lead Global Child Psychiatry Body

Jul 12, 2026

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Jul 12, 2026 14:30

First Pakistani to lead global child psychiatry body

## Historic Appointment

Dr. Ayesha I. Mian has been elected as the president of the International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions (IACAPAP) for the 2026-2030 term. This marks the first time a Pakistani and a South Asian will lead the organization since its inception in 1937.

## Professional Background

Dr. Mian is an alumna of Aga Khan University and has previously been part of the faculty at the University of Texas and Baylor College of Medicine in the U.S. After returning to Pakistan in 2013, she joined Aga Khan University, where she played a pivotal role in establishing the country's first Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship training program.

## Current Role

Currently, Dr. Mian is the Founder and CEO of Synapse – Pakistan Neuroscience Institute. Her work focuses on enhancing mental health care through clinical practice, education, research, and advocacy.

## About IACAPAP

IACAPAP is a global organization dedicated to promoting the mental health of children and adolescents. It supports research, training, and international collaboration, and is recognized by the World Health Organization as a key player in child and adolescent mental health.

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