Psychological First Aid For Uganda’s Landslide Victims

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 landslide claimed 30 lives, left hundreds missing, and displaced more than 3,000 households.

In the immediate aftermath, StrongMinds partnered with the Red Cross to provide psychological first aid to those who lost loved ones, homes, and livelihoods.

Psychological first aid is an evidence-based approach that offers emotional and practical support in the wake of trauma. It helps reduce distress, restore stability, and connect individuals to further care when needed.

Now, StrongMinds is delivering group therapy in temporary resettlement camps, supporting displaced families as they rebuild their lives. By integrating mental health care into crisis response, we equip communities with the coping strategies needed to navigate the long-term effects of disasters.