Mental Health Awareness Program
Breaking stigma, educating the public, and influencing policy changes — ensuring no one faces mental illness alone.
About the Program
Badili Centre launched its first mental health awareness program in 2017 at Karibu Centre Thika. This program was launched in memory of Pastor Hannah's late sister, Emily Cain.
The Mental Health Awareness program addresses the causes, prevention, and treatment of mental illnesses, aiming to bridge the gap between science, social support, and faith-based approaches in mental health recovery.
Badili Centre is committed to using media platforms, community training, and research-based advocacy to break stigma, educate the public, and influence policy changes. Our goal is to see better support systems and early intervention strategies implemented globally, ensuring that no one faces mental illness alone.
The Global Mental Health Crisis
Deaths annually attributed to mental illnesses globally
People globally will face a mental or neurological disorder (WHO)
People affected by mental illness annually in the United States
People in Europe suffer from major depression
🇰🇪 The Kenya Context
In Africa, stigma and misinformation continue to hinder diagnosis and treatment. A Kenyan case study reveals that 1 in 4 people will experience a mental illness, yet mental health resources remain scarce.
Badili Centre is committed to using media platforms, community training, and research-based advocacy to break stigma, educate the public, and influence policy changes in Kenya and across Africa.
Our Approach
Media Platforms
Using various media channels to raise awareness and reduce stigma around mental health.
Community Training
Conducting training sessions in communities to educate on causes, prevention, and treatment.
Research Advocacy
Evidence-based advocacy to influence policy changes and improve mental health resources.
Faith-Based Integration
Bridging science, social support, and faith-based approaches in mental health recovery.
Support Our Mental Health Work
Help us break stigma and provide vital mental health support to vulnerable communities across Kenya.