About N3MH
The Philippines National NGO/CSO Network for Mental Health
A flagship project under One Algon Place Foundation, Inc. — a nationwide civil society coalition bridging NGOs/CSOs, leaders, practitioners, advocates, and end-users across the full Mental, Neurological, and Substance Use (MNS) spectrum into one, unified, supportive NGO/CSO ecosystem across all 17 Philippine regions.
Our Mission
To connect the entire Philippine MNS ecosystem — bringing together doctors, licensed psychologists, licensed social workers, church leaders, pastoral and religious networks, and grassroots CSOs — so that every community in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao has a clear, standardized referral and support system, aligned with the PCMH Strategic Framework 2024–2028 and DOH Ginhawa ng Isip at Damdamin.
Vision
A Philippines where mental health — spanning the full MNS spectrum from psychiatry, psychology, and neurology to addiction recovery and community psychosocial support — is a recognized right, adequately resourced, and free from stigma; united into one, unified, supportive NGO/CSO ecosystem.
What N3MH Is
N3MH is a civil society coalition managed under One Algon Place Foundation, Inc. It is not a government agency, a crisis line, or a standalone clinic. N3MH is a network builder — bridging NGOs/CSOs, leaders, practitioners, advocates, and end-users across Psychiatry, Psychology, Neurology, Addiction Science, and Community networks across the Continuum of Care: from Prevention and Promotion, Community care, Primary care, Specialized Treatment, and Recovery Care. Rather than acting as a single healthcare provider, N3MH serves as a unifying operational platform that aligns civil society under a shared advocacy framework.
- Not a government agency — N3MH is an independent civil society coalition under One Algon Place Foundation, Inc.
- Not a crisis hotline — For crisis support, call DOH 1553 or Hopeline (02) 8804-4673.
- Not a single clinic or hospital — N3MH is a network of member organizations across 17 regions — Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
What We Connect
N3MH bridges NGOs/CSOs, leaders, practitioners, advocates, and end-users across five interconnected sectors of the Philippine mental health landscape — across the full Continuum of Care.
Mental Health, Psychology & Psychiatry
Linking NGOs/CSOs engaged in legitimate activities along the Mental Health Continuum of Care in the Community, Clinics, and Specialty Centers — including psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, and licensed psychologists.
Neurology
Supporting NGOs/CSOs engaged in the Continuum of Care for persons with Developmental Disorders, Seizure Disorders, Neurodegenerative Disorders (Dementias), among others.
Substance and Behavioral Addictions
Linking NGOs/CSOs engaged in the Continuum of Care for Persons Who Use Drugs (PWUDs) and Persons with Behavioral Addictions (PWBAs), among others — including DOH-accredited TRCs and dual-diagnosis programs.
Engaging & Empowering Persons with Lived Experience (PWLEs)
Optimizing care from Families, Communities (LGU and Spiritual), and providers (Primary and Specialized) — including licensed social workers, pastoral and religious networks, and community health workers.
Government & Institutional Partners
NGAs, LGUs, DOH regional offices, NYC youth alliances, and inpatient and rehabilitation facilities aligning policy with the PCMH Strategic Framework 2024–2028.
Policy Alignment
- Republic Act 11036 — Philippine Mental Health Act — the legal foundation for all N3MH advocacy and service-delivery work.
- PCMH Strategic Framework 2024–2028 — Philippine Council for Mental Health — N3MH programs are designed to advance PCMH priorities.
- DOH Ginhawa ng Isip at Damdamin — DOH community mental health program — N3MH chapters coordinate with DOH CHD regional offices.
- PhilHealth Z-Benefit — N3MH advocates for expanded PhilHealth mental health coverage for all Filipinos.
- Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) — N3MH member TRCs and addiction specialists coordinate with DDB community programs.
Membership Tracks
Clinical, institutional, and specialist NGOs/CSOs; DOH-accredited Acute Psychiatric, Chronic Psychiatric, and Custodial Care Facilities
Voting rights, full platform access, tier-gated member chat
Licensed professionals and allied health practitioners
Observer status with voice, platform access, member chat
Faith-based, pastoral, barangay-level, and community support organizations
Observer status with voice, platform access, member chat
Governance
N3MH is currently under the governance of One Algon Place Foundation, Inc., which serves as the founding anchor organization, Secretariat host, and interim governing body of the network. One Algon Place oversees platform operations, member onboarding, and national coordination while the broader N3MH governance structure — including a General Assembly, Executive Board, and Regional Chapter Council — is being formally established across all 17 regions.
Join the Network
Whether you are a clinical specialist, licensed psychologist, licensed social worker, faith-based or pastoral leader, grassroots CSO, academic institution, or government partner — N3MH is your gateway to a unified NGO/CSO ecosystem across the full Continuum of Care.