Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya

We are committed to fostering a community that values mental health and wellbeing.

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

20 years ago, we started with a simple idea: Mental Health is a Human Right.

Reflecting on #BasicNeeds@20, we are moved by how far the global conversation has come. From a "footnote" in 2005 to a primary focus in 2026 – progress is real, and we are just getting started.

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

Data isn't optional, it's how we turn community projects from 'nice try' into lasting impact!

We're excited to join the #GlobalDataFestival with @CBM_Global_KE and community participants key in data collection for our projects.

We're here to learn why data is the gamechanger.

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

We recently held a strategic meeting with Pwani University (@PU_Kilifi) & The University of British Columbia (@UBC) to kickstart a powerful collaboration in advancing #Research on #MentalHealth and Social #Inclusion

Together we’re building knowledge that drives change

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

In rural Kenya, lack of access to assistive technology remains a massive barrier for people with disabilities. @BasicNeeds_KE @CBM_Global_KE @cbm_ireland with funding from @Irish_Aid are changing this narrative.

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[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

In rural Kenya, lack of access to assistive technology remains a massive barrier for people with disabilities. @BasicNeeds_KE @CBM_Global_KE @cbm_ireland with funding from @Irish_Aid are changing this narrative.

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[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

@BasicNeeds_KE celebrated 20 years of implementing community mental health programs in Kenya. The milestone marked two decades of working with Government, partners, communities and lived-experience champions to promote rights-based approaches. More here: https://t.co/zNhIkga1Ox

[Onyango winnie @Onyango_Winnie1]

Congratulations, @BasicNeeds_KE, on the 20 years of impacting, transforming, and advancing community mental health and human rights.

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

As part of continued efforts to strengthen partnerships towards media advocacy on mental health, @BasicNeeds_KE partnered with @MediaCouncilK @tiktokkenya and other stakeholders to host a Mental Health Master Class for journalists at @AKU_GSMC.

More here: https://t.co/ftYc3EgtEE

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

@BasicNeeds_KE celebrated 20 years of implementing community mental health programs in Kenya. The milestone marked two decades of working with Government, partners, communities and lived-experience champions to promote rights-based approaches. More here: https://t.co/zNhIkga1Ox

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

As part of continued efforts to strengthen partnerships towards media advocacy on mental health, @BasicNeeds_KE partnered with @MediaCouncilK @tiktokkenya and other stakeholders to host a Mental Health Master Class for journalists at @AKU_GSMC.

More here: https://t.co/ftYc3EgtEE

[AKU Graduate School of Media and Communications @AKU_GSMC]

Supporting journalists’ well-being is key to a strong profession.

In partnership with the @MediaCouncilK and Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya, we hosted a Mental Health Master Class for journalists.

The session provided a safe and confidential platform for journalists to share their experiences, interact with mental health experts, and strengthen their knowledge on personal safety and trauma-informed reporting.

Relive the highlights from the session👇

[CBM Global Disability Inclusion - KE @CBM_Global_KE]

We take this time to send a hearty Congratulations to our partners @BasicNeeds_KE on this great milestone in #InclusiveMentalHealth
We look forward to new strides in our shared interest of inclusion in mental health & ##InclusiveCommunities in Kenya
@BasicNeeds_KE
@CBMuk

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

Loureene, our Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning assistant from Kilifi says her highlight is the impact we have had in the community on access to care and education for special needs learners. What's yours?

Comment below 👇
#20YearsOfImpact
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

As we excitedly move closer to commemorating #BasicNeeds@20 on May 15, 2026, Felistus, a caregiver to two children who have been supported to access mental health services, has warm words to say as she welcomes you to join us in marking this milestone. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

As we excitedly move closer to commemorating #BasicNeeds@20 on May 15, 2026, Felistus, a caregiver to two children who have been supported to access mental health services, has warm words to say as she welcomes you to join us in marking this milestone. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

In true welcoming spirit "kutuma salamu" of people from Western Kenya, mental health champions we work with to create awareness and challenge stigma in the community, welcome you to join us for #BasicNeeds@20

What they lacked in synchrony, they had buckets full in enthusiasm

[Media Council of Kenya @MediaCouncilK]

Beyond the Byline: Kenyan scribes urged to prioritise mental health.

More: https://t.co/JeAm2Mq9nE

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

In true welcoming spirit "kutuma salamu" of people from Western Kenya, mental health champions we work with to create awareness and challenge stigma in the community, welcome you to join us for #BasicNeeds@20

What they lacked in synchrony, they had buckets full in enthusiasm

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

As we excitedly move closer to commemorating #BasicNeeds@20 on May 15, 2026, Chimera, one of the project participants we have worked with and empowered over the years has a few warm words to say as he welcomes you to join us in marking this milestone. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

As we excitedly move closer to commemorating #BasicNeeds@20 on May 15, 2026, Chimera, one of the project participants we have worked with and empowered over the years has a few warm words to say as he welcomes you to join us in marking this milestone. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

[Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya @BasicNeeds_KE]

20 years ago, we started with a simple idea: Mental Health is a Human Right.

Reflecting on #BasicNeeds@20, we are moved by how far the global conversation has come. From a "footnote" in 2005 to a primary focus in 2026 – progress is real, and we are just getting started.