The World Art Therapy Conference (WATC) has long served as a global platform for exploring the intersection of art and mental health. Bringing together therapists, artists, researchers, and educators from across the globe, this conference provides a vital space for sharing insights, best practices, and innovations in the field of art therapy. In 2024, the conference underscored the ever-growing importance of creative expression in the healing process, showcasing how art therapy is evolving to meet the mental health needs of diverse populations around the world. At the heart of the World Art Therapy Conference is the understanding that art transcends linguistic and cultural barriers. For individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges, art therapy offers a nonverbal outlet for expression. As professionals gathered in 2024, one common theme emerged: the transformative power of creative practice to heal emotional wounds, promote self-aw...