The Silence has Consequences
In Nigeria, over 90% of young people with mental health needs receive no care. They don't lack support; they lack the language, confidence, and safe pathways to ask for help.
Mental health is not just a health issue, it is an education and leadership crisis.
Beyond One-Off Workshops...
Embed
Equip
We train teachers as gatekeepers and students as peer leaders.
Sustain
We build lasting ecosystems of support, not just temporary awareness.
Meet AWAKEN: The Literacy Guide
Nigeria’s first comprehensive youth mental health toolkit designed for African realities. AWAKEN empowers young people to understand emotions, challenge myths, and support peers safely.
Impact at a Glance
9,050+
Young People Engaged
2+
School Clubs
90+
Educators Trained
1 Goal
A Mentally Healthy Africa
Voices from the Field
Just like I take care of my body, I am learning it is okay to take care of my mind, too.
Student at Government Secondary School, Masaka Road
Voices from the Field
If I can go to the hospital when I am physically sick, I should be able to get help when I need support mentally, too.
Student at Faculty of Public Health, University of Ibadan
News and Insights
Inspiration
I resolved, contrary to my first intention, to make the being of a gigantic stature.
The Moments
I resolved, contrary to my first intention, to make the being of a gigantic stature.
Journey
I resolved, contrary to my first intention, to make the being of a gigantic stature.
Colorado
I resolved, contrary to my first intention, to make the being of a gigantic stature.
Partners
Building Together
