Drawing from the Balearic Islands Digital Mental Health Strategy, we will examine real-world applications of AI governance, including how public health systems can balance efficiency, equity, and ethical oversight when integrating AI tools. The discussion will highlight key competencies required for mental health professionals in an AI-driven world and the gaps that must be addressed to ensure responsible implementation. By connecting policy design, workforce transformation, and digital health governance, this session will provide a strategic roadmap for decision-makers, health leaders, and AI developers. Attendees will gain practical insights on how to navigate regulatory landscapes, implement sustainable training models, and ensure AI solutions serve people, not just systems. Now is the time to lead, not follow, in shaping AI’s role in mental health. This session provides the blueprint.