Ubuntu Mental Health

We are a registered National NGO in Kenya under the Non-Governmental Organisations Co-ordination Act 1990. @brightstarkenya is our flagship project.

[Ubuntu Mental Health @UbuntuMentalH]

We express our sincere appreciation to Tata University & Mr. Souradeep, for facilitating a highly impactful training for our team on Trauma Sensitization to deepen our understanding of trauma, its manifestations, and ethical
considerations when working with vulnerable populations

[The Bright Star Initiative Kenya @brightstarkenya]

Some carry tiny humans. Some carry heavy loads. We help them carry both.

[The Bright Star Initiative Kenya @brightstarkenya]

The third baby to ever join The Bright Star Initiative has just graduated preschool!

We are not crying, you are!

We really could not come up with a caption to capture what this moment really means!

[The Bright Star Initiative Kenya @brightstarkenya]

Legacy is not about how long we live, but what we leave behind.

At Bright Star Initiative, we are creating systems of care, dignity, and healing that will outlive us.

Visit https://t.co/tH2vtR9Bli to learn more.

#MentalHealthMatters #MentalWellness #mentalHealth

[The Bright Star Initiative Kenya @brightstarkenya]

Happy Mothers Day To Our Amazing Mothers

https://t.co/tH2vtR9Bli

[The Bright Star Initiative Kenya @brightstarkenya]

Over the past one month we have been asking you to help us, help our mothers and you have come through for us in the true spirit of Ubuntu!

Thank you so much for believing in us!

If you would like help too, here are the details:

Paybill: 247247
Account Number: 0630287341675

[The Bright Star Initiative Kenya @brightstarkenya]

This week, the young mums held space for each other, sharing what their desired futures looked like, with empathy that recognized the shared joys and pain, genuineness that cannot be taught in school and Unconditional Positive Regard that would make Carl Rogers proud.

[Ubuntu Mental Health @UbuntuMentalH]

As we end August, we really just want to say thank you. In the last three months, you have stood by us, cheering us, holding our hands and ensuring our young mums and teens are receiving the critical care that they need. We truly are eternally grateful🙌🏾🌿

[UN Women Africa @unwomenafrica]

Are you researching gender justice, peace or faith in Africa?

Present your work at the @UN_Women & @OfTheologians Symposium on Religion/Theology, Gender-Based Violence & Women's (In)security.

📅 9–13 Nov
⏰ Submit by 20 Aug
🔗https://t.co/bpqxXOovAY

#ForAllWomenAndGirls

[LawyeringforAfrica @Lawyerin4Africa]

University of Manchester Equity and Merit Scholarships for International Master's Students
Deadline: Aug 31
https://t.co/LvFQmVJ7hr

[NACADA Kenya @NACADAKenya]

⚽🏆 TURKANA STREET BOYS AND GIRLS – CHAMPIONS ON AND OFF THE PITCH! 🙌❤️

Our Turkana County team cheered for young people in a football tournament organized by Akipei Hope Beyond The Streets Foundation! 🎉

Partners on board:
✅ Turkana Tech Youths Hub
✅ Turkana Desert Roses
✅ Kenya Red Cross
✅ Golden Hands
✅ Nikipata Nitaleta
✅ Hustle Hub Kenya
✅ Turkana Children with Disability Org

These partners are training youth in welding, plumbing, hairdressing & more! 🛠️✂️🔧

We sensitized them on dangers of alcohol & drug abuse – urging them to embrace skills for a better life! 🚫🍺💡

Skills = Freedom. Skills = Future. 💪✨

[GIJN Africa @gijnAfrica]

💼 @BBCAfrica is hiring Senior Digital Content Producers in Uganda & Kenya. The successful candidates will produce high-quality, accurate and engaging digital journalism.

Apply:
🇺🇬 Uganda: https://t.co/XM2DNrSNPm
🇰🇪 Kenya: https://t.co/cLmuWgDFUK

🗓 Deadline: August 6

[International Feminist Journal of Politics @IFJPglobal]

#Call_for_Interest In Sept 2026, IFJP is launching a two-year online & in-person workshop & conference project around the theme of ‘Knowing and Being Otherwise: Religion, Spirituality, and Feminist Interventions in Global Politics’.
Deadline: 03 Aug 2026
https://t.co/zvUlWSqaJY

[Ubuntu Mental Health @UbuntuMentalH]

“The worst part is realizing they all left and hoping they remember everything we taught them in guidance and counseling. The best part is realizing they all left and knowing that they will remember everything we taught them in guidance and counseling”- Babu Biko

[Dorcas Mazune @MazuneDorcas]

Last week marked the arrival of some of the new cohort for our Bright Star(@brightstarkenya) sessions. If you look closely, you will see three of our previous beneficiaries who referred some of the new young mums to us. That is ubuntu, that is what we stand for.

[Julius Kizito @JuliusKizito10]

I am looking forward to joining this important conversation on mental wellness.

The SOL Circle Series 3 virtual session, where we will be discussing the theme: "STAYING GROUNDED: Regulate, Cope, Rest—Building everyday Mental Wellness."

Date: Mon, July 27th, 2026

See you there!

[Dr Bashar Gulumbe @HGBashar]

Fully Sponsored AWLN Intergenerational Retreat 2026 in Gabon | Young African Women Leaders Wanted! 🇬🇦

Applications are now open for the fully sponsored AWLN Intergenerational Retreat 2026! Young African women leaders can gain mentorship, leadership training, and networking opportunities with influential women leaders from across Africa and the Diaspora.

What’s in the Offer?
Fully sponsored participation (travel, accommodation & registration)
Mentorship from Heads of State, Vice Presidents, CEOs & renowned women leaders
Join a powerful network of women leaders across Africa and the Diaspora
Leadership development and personal growth opportunities
Opportunity to receive the prestigious AWLN Leadership Award
Collaborate on initiatives advancing gender equality and Africa’s development
Build lasting partnerships across countries, sectors, and generations
Become part of the AWLN community for continued mentorship and collaboration

Location: Libreville, Gabon
Application Deadline: 3 August 2026
Learn More & Apply: https://t.co/9fPMtlQPJV

[Mrs M @MrsScotty_M]

Rolling Funding Opportunity for Grassroots Organizations

Is your organization making a difference in the lives of children and young people?

The Global Fund for Children (GFC) is seeking grassroots organizations for long-term partnerships that include flexible funding and capacity strengthening.

Partner organizations may receive:
✅ Flexible grant funding
✅ Capacity-building support
✅ Leadership development
✅ Global networking opportunities
✅ Long-term partnership

Suitable for:
• Grassroots NGOs
• Community-Based Organizations (CBOs)
• Youth-led organizations
• Nonprofits working with children and young people

Open to eligible organizations worldwide, including Africa.

Applications: Rolling (No fixed deadline)

Learn more: https://t.co/LD7AKqPEFS

[GIJN Africa @gijnAfrica]

💰 Grant Opportunity!

@journalismfund is offering funding to cross-border teams of at least 2 professional journalists &/or news outlets for a journalistic investigation on an issue concerning the environment & related to Europe.

📅 Apply by August 6. https://t.co/CdSrFN53gt

[The Bright Star Initiative Kenya @brightstarkenya]

Last week we welcomed our new cohort of young mums who will go through 3 months of free mental health services, skills training, financial education, sexual and reproductive health education and practical self care for them and their babies.

Learn more: https://t.co/tH2vtR9Bli

[A I S H A @EemanBintSulaym]

Sabou Capital is hiring a remote comms intern.

https://t.co/RXIs3Wn9bU

Who is applying for this ?