Category Archives: Uganda

In December, heavy rains swept across Uganda, triggering widespread flooding and catastrophic landslides. The mountainous Elgon region along the Kenya-Uganda border was hard-hit. A devastating…

Women’s voices are essential in the fight against depression. Not only are women more likely to experience depression than men, but they also face greater…

With nearly 2,000 cases of Mpox in Uganda as of a few weeks ago, it’s increasingly important to address the mental health impacts of the…

As we celebrate International Day of Education, it’s important to address an often-overlooked factor that can affect students’ success: mental health. For many adolescents, untreated…

On Thursday, December 5th, StrongMinds and its partners proudly launched the Community of Practice on Community-Based Solutions for Mental Health. This pioneering initiative brings together…

Heavy rains in Uganda have triggered widespread flooding, leading to catastrophic landslides throughout the country. The Elgon region, a mountainous area straddling the border with…

StrongMinds is excited to share its newest report addressing the link between our climate and our mental health, with a special focus on the Kotido…

Suicide is a major public health concern that touches individuals and families around the world. It is estimated that more than 700,000 people die from…

On August 9, tragedy struck when a mountain of garbage collapsed in Uganda’s capital of Kampala, killing 35 people. The Kiteezi landfill has served as…

World Refugee Day is an opportunity to shed light on the mental health challenges faced by millions of displaced individuals worldwide. Refugees often endure unimaginable…