Mental Health Strategizing Meeting Oct 09, 2025
On 9th October 2025, the offices of Hidden Voices Kenya hosted a powerful and insightful meeting dubbed the World Mental Health Awareness Strategizing Meeting. The session brought together mental health advocates, practitioners, community leaders, and partner organizations with a shared goal - to plan, align, and strengthen collective efforts ahead of the global World Mental Health Day commemorations.
The meeting provided a platform for open dialogue on the current state of mental health in Kenya, highlighting persistent challenges such as stigma, limited access to care, and the need for greater public awareness. Participants engaged in discussions aimed at developing community-centered approaches, awareness campaigns, and partnership strategies to drive nationwide engagement and action.
The gathering emphasized the importance of collaboration and shared responsibility in promoting mental wellness. By uniting diverse voices and experiences, Hidden Voices Kenya continues to champion an inclusive approach to mental health advocacy-one that ensures every voice is heard and valued.
As the organization looks ahead to the upcoming World Mental Health Day events, this meeting marked an important milestone in reaffirming the mission to amplify voices, break stigma, and foster healing communities across Kenya.
