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Are digitally-enabled chatbots effective in facilitating access to #FamilyPlanning #information for their users in West Africa, particularly young women in urban populations? We invite you to read the full results of this #research, in which EVIHDAF researchers participated as part of a consortium.

🚀Attention to All Mental Health Providers in Kenya!🌟 Introducing Trova Health - the revolutionary practice management software that will transform the way you run your practice! With just a few clicks, you can access an amazing platform designed to streamline your operations and enhance your service delivery. 📈💼 Trova helps you manage appointments, maintain client records, and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations in Kenya. Whether you're regulated by the Kenya Counselling and Psychological Association (KCPA) and/or the Kenya Psychological Association (KPA), Trova has got you covered. Key Features of Trova: ➡ Appointment Scheduling: Simplify your calendar management. ➡ Client Records Management: Keep detailed and secure records. ➡ Compliance Tracking: Ensure adherence to KCPA and KPA guidelines. ➡ Data Protection: Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection laws. As mental health providers, it's crucial to adhere to ethical guidelines and maintain client confidentiality. Trova makes it easier than ever to uphold these standards while running a smooth and efficient practice. 🌐🔒 Join the Trova community today and experience the future of practice management. Your clients deserve the best, and so do you! Trova Health www.trova.health #MentalHealthKenya #TrovaSoftware #PracticeManagement #KCPA #KPA #ClientConfidentiality #DataProtection #MentalHealthProfessionals #EfficiencyInPractice

Dear Ousmane Sonko, mental health is a key issue that never been a priority to our past governments and yet it should be as prioritized as physical health. Here are five key areas that require attention in order to improve #youth #mentalhealth in #Senegal. Recognizing the importance of mental well-being among our youth population, I urge you to prioritize these initiatives to ensure a brighter and healthier future for our nation. #Accessible Mental Health Services: It is imperative to enhance access to #mentalhealth #services for #young people across #Senegal. This includes increasing the number of mental health #professionals, expanding mental health #facilities, and integrating mental health education and support services into existing healthcare systems. #Community-Based Support Programs: Implementing #community-based #support programs that empower #local communities to address mental health challenges is crucial. By training community #leaders, #educators, and #volunteers to recognize and respond to mental health issues, we can create a #supportive #network for young people in need. #Education and Awareness Campaigns: Launching widespread #education and #awareness campaigns to reduce #stigma surrounding mental health is essential. By promoting open dialogue and understanding about mental health issues in #schools, #communities, and media platforms, we can encourage #help-seeking behavior and foster a culture of acceptance and support. #Youth Empowerment and Engagement: Providing opportunities for youth #empowerment and engagement can significantly impact mental well-being. #Investing in youth #developmentprograms, vocational training, and recreational activities can enhance self-esteem, resilience, and social connections, thereby reducing the risk of mental health problems. #Policy Reform and #Advocacy: Advocating for policy reform to prioritize youth mental health within government agendas is paramount. This includes allocating #resources, #funding, and #legislation to support mental health #initiatives, as well as collaborating with #internationalorganizations and stakeholders to address systemic issues and promote mental health equity. By focusing on these key points, we can work towards creating a society where every young person in Senegal has the #support, #resources, and #opportunities they need to thrive #mentally and #emotionally.

👋 We're thrilled to introduce you to Hillary Kiprotich, an exceptional student from Kisii University, who has been making waves not only in the world of fashion but also as a passionate #advocate for mental health awareness. 🎓 As the reigning Mr. Kisii University, Hillary embodies the spirit of #leadership and #service. But what sets him apart is his unwavering commitment to promoting #mentalhealth and #wellbeing among his peers and communities. 💡 Through engaging talks and leading #advocacy teams, Hillary is sparking crucial conversations about mental health, breaking down #stigmas, and championing #support for those in need. His dedication to this cause is not just commendable but also vital for fostering #healthier and #happier communities. 🌟 Hillary's multifaceted approach, blending his passion for #fashion with his advocacy for mental health, exemplifies the interconnectedness of various #SDGs. By addressing mental health challenges, he contributes significantly to #Goal3: Good Health and Well-being, while also fostering #Goal4: #QualityEducation and #Goal17: Partnerships for the Goals. 🤝 Let's rally behind Hillary Kiprotich as he continues to drive #positive change and #inspire others to join the movement for a #mentally healthier Africa. Together, we can break #barriers, raise #awareness, and ensure that no one suffers in #silence. https://lnkd.in/d69mKu85 ICY AFRICA Mental Health Foundation Mental Health America Mental Health UK World Health Organization (WHO) Esther Wanjiru Mental Health Data Prize Africa Youth empowerment and advocacy network SDGs Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety (MARS) Centre Health, Wellbeing and Care Hub, Kenya Education Management Institute #MentalHealthAwareness #SDGs #Africa #YouthLeadership #Advocacy #Inspiration

I love the idea of having your ignorance questioned. It may be easy to take an offence when valid questions are asked. And for that, I also love the idea of being a life long learner. In my blissful ignorance, I made a blanket statement and left out a very crucial aspect of the role of clinical social workers. As we may not all be aware, social workers are generalist practitioners, what this means is that social workers have a broad skill set and can operate across various fields within the social work profession depending on their knowledge and expertise. There is however a difference between a generalist social worker and a specialised social worker. A recent research titled, 'State of Clinical Social Work in South Africa' highlights the evolution of clinical social work in South Africa taking into account its history, current definition, training opportunities and registration (licensing) procedures. For more insight on clinical social work in South Africa: https://lnkd.in/dMyh8-wA #ReflectivePractice #SocialWorkSA #GeneralistSocialWork #SocialWorker #ClinicalSocialWork #SocialWorkEducation #SocialWorkLife #SocialWork #GeneralistSocialWorker

🎤💡 More great insights from the 1st Regional ISQOLS Conference on "Well-being and Happiness in a Democratic World"! Ready to view --- the keynote lecture by Linda Theron, a distinguished professor of educational psychology at the University of Pretoria . Her talk, “Multisystemic Resilience: The Foundation of Youth Well-being in Sub-Saharan Africa,” emphasizes the critical need for a multifaceted approach to resilience in challenging contexts. Key takeaways: - Effective youth support goes beyond individual strength; it requires nurturing environments and community involvement. - Interventions must be tailored to specific outcomes and resources, recognizing the unique challenges faced by young people. - Collaborative research across disciplines, including the voices of youth and communities, is essential for meaningful impact. 📽️ Watch here: https://lnkd.in/gei4yKpr Let’s rethink how we foster resilience and well-being for our youth. Watch the full keynote to discover how we can create supportive environments that empower the next generation! #YouthWellbeing #MultisystemicResilience #ISQOLS #LindaTheron #CommunityEngagement #EducationalPsychology #qualityoflife #hope #psychology #happines #wellbeing

🎉Collaboration is the new cornerstone. The era of siloed competition is over.🌍🤝 🧠 Vida Plena is proud to be part of the launch of the Collation for Scaling Mental Health at Skoll alongside Friendship Bench Zimbabwe, StrongMinds, and the Shamiri Institute! 🚀 We are honored to be a key Latin American representative within the Collation, which brings together practitioners in global mental health, all committed to five core principles: 1. **Evidence-Based Approach:** The Collation prioritizes evidence-based solutions to empower individuals and achieve sustainable results. This means using data-driven interventions that truly make a lasting difference in people's lives. 📊💡 2. **Community Health Worker Focus:** This increases accessibility and reduces the stigma associated with mental healthcare. Community health workers are the backbone of this approach, bringing care directly to those who need it most. 👩⚕️♀️ 3. **Fair Compensation for Workers:** Recognizing the critical role community health workers play, the Collation advocates for fair compensation. These frontline caregivers deserve recognition and support for the vital services they provide. ⚖️💼 4. **Rigorous Training and Supervision:** Ensuring quality care is paramount. The Collation champions well-trained and supported professionals. This means investing in ongoing training and mentorship to guarantee the highest quality of service delivery. 📚👨🏫 5. **Integration with Healthcare Systems:** The Collation promotes mental health as an integral part of holistic well-being within existing healthcare structures. Mental health cannot be treated in isolation. The Collation works to dismantle silos and ensure mental healthcare is seamlessly integrated into overall healthcare systems. 🔄💊 Together, we are forging a path to make quality mental healthcare a reality for more people everywhere. 🌎💪 Stay tuned for further updates about this exciting partnership! We look forward to sharing more details in the near future. #mentalhealth #globalhealth #collaboration #scalemindhealth #vidaplena #SkollWorldForum

Facilitating differently abled persons in rural areas of Pakistan based on their skills involves a multifaceted approach that includes enhancing accessibility, providing tailored support, and fostering an inclusive environment. Here are some strategies which can be followed; 1. Assessment and Identification by conducting Skills Assessments 2. Education and Training through Specialized Training Programs, like, Inclusive Education, Skill Development Workshops 3. Employment Opportunities through developing Inclusive Employment Policies, like, Microfinance and Entrepreneurship, Partnerships with NGOs 4. Accessibility and Infrastructure through Accessible Infrastructure Assistive Technologies 5. Community Awareness and Support Awareness Campaigns by building community based Support Groups 6. Healthcare and Rehabilitation by making Accessible Healthcare Services by developing Mobile Health Units. 7. Government and Policy Support to make Subsidies and Incentives. 8. Monitoring and Evaluation for the development of the consistent Feedback Mechanisms By focusing on these areas, differently abled persons in rural of Pakistan can be empowered to utilize their skills effectively, leading to improved quality of life and greater societal inclusion.

Incredible impact for children and youth in Canada. Get our latest research with Children’s Helathcare Canada on the importance of timely access to mental health services for children: https://bit.ly/3GHtUnn

Proper funding is a step in the right direction to ensure timely and appropriate access to child and youth mental health services, child development services, and services for children, youth and families with disabilities and medical complexities—a key goal of Inspiring Healthy Futures. More importantly investments like this move us toward a bigger, more ambitious goal: a national strategy for children and youth!