My Mental Health and I

Creating safe spaces for mental health conversations, care, and change.

“Taking care of your mind is the first step to building a healthy and happy life”

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A volunteer working with schoolchildren as part of the community outreach work done by mental health NGOs in Africa
Active Mental Health Ngos In Africa You Should Know
There are many mental health NGOs in Africa, but finding those that are truly active and functioning can be surprisingly difficult. That is why...
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A depressed teenage boy sitting alone against a wall representing the silent struggle of teen suicide in Africa
Teen Suicide in Africa Is Rising Faster Than You Think
Teen suicide in Africa is rising, and it is rising faster than most people realise or are willing to admit. While suicide among young people...
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A May Mental Health Awareness Month card with bold green text placed next to a stethoscope on a wooden surface
How to Observe Mental Health Awareness Month in Africa
Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed every May since 1949. Although it was first launched in the United States, the conversation has...
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