Ukara Mental Health Services

Prioritizing Mental Health in Youth

[Ukara Mental Health Services @Ukaramental]

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time when conversations about mental health become more visible and urgent. Mental health affects everyone, yet many still hesitate to talk openly about it. This silence can deepen feelings of isolation and stigma. #MentalHealthMatters

[Atwongire Solomon @AtwongireSolom2]

Key Message: "Strong men seek support when they need it. Taking care of your mental health is a sign of strength, not weakness."
Mental Health should be a priority to everyone. @Ukaramental
#MentalHealthRun2026

[Atwongire Solomon @AtwongireSolom2]

As we move through June, it is important to recognize that men's mental health deserves attention and open discussion. Many men face challenges such as stress, depression, anxiety, financial pressure and family responsibilities, yet they often suffer in silence.

[Ukara Mental Health Services @Ukaramental]

June is Men's mental health awareness month.
Your mental health matters. Your voice matters. Your life matters.#MentalkUG26

[Barbra Amutuhaire 🇺🇬 @AmutuhaireBarb1]

This month, we encourage men to speak up, seek support, and prioritize their mental wellbeing. Strength is not found in suffering in silence, it is found in reaching out. At @Ukaramental, we remain committed to ensuring that no one suffers in Silence👌@MinofHealthUG
#MentalkUG26

[Barbra Amutuhaire 🇺🇬 @AmutuhaireBarb1]

This month, we encourage men to speak up, seek support, and prioritize their mental wellbeing. Strength is not found in suffering in silence, it is found in reaching out. At @Ukaramental, we remain committed to ensuring that no one suffers in Silence👌@MinofHealthUG
#MentalkUG26

[Ukara Mental Health Services @Ukaramental]

Mental health is just as important as physical health. It affects how we think, feel, relate to others, and handle the challenges of daily life. Regardless of age, gender, occupation, or background, everyone deserves good mental well-being.

[Atwongire Solomon @AtwongireSolom2]

On this Martyrs Day, the community of Kashaka Girls Secondary School joins the nation in honoring the Uganda Martyrs for their faith, courage, & unwavering commitment to their beliefs
May their sacrifice inspire us to uphold integrity, discipline, hard work, and service to other

[Ukara Mental Health Services @Ukaramental]

Together, we raised awareness, encouraged open conversations about mental health, and demonstrated that mental health matters to everyone.
#MentalHealthRun26

[Ukara Mental Health Services @Ukaramental]

We celebrate the success of the Mental Health Awareness Run 2026. These moments reflect the unity, commitment, and support shown by individuals, organizations, and communities in promoting mental well-being.

[The Alive Again Foundation @aliveagain14]

Shang started off his Social Work Internship Placement in Uganda by attending the Mental Health Run organized by @Ukaramental in mbarara. It was a great experience.

[Ukara Mental Health Services @Ukaramental]

Thank you for participating.

[Atwongire Solomon @AtwongireSolom2]

It was a successful Run. Mental health should be a priority to everyone. @Ukaramental

[Atwongire Solomon @AtwongireSolom2]

It was a successful Run. Mental health should be a priority to everyone. @Ukaramental

[Alex J Muhangi @_JMAlex]

Today, I proudly participated in the #MentalHealthRun in Mbarara City. Every step was a reminder of the importance of mental wellness, resilience, and supporting one another. Together, we can break the stigma and promote a healthier, happier society. #MentalHealthRun #9KMCompleted #MentalHealthMatters

[Tayari West TV @TayariWestTV]

Mental Health advocates in Mbarara City have today participated in a Mental Health Awareness Run 26, organised under the theme "Make your Mental Health a Priority," organized by @Ukaramental.
📸 : @Adolf4shizo
#TayariWestUpdates

[Action 4 Youth Dev't @actionyouthdevt]

@abenitwesheila repped us at Mental Health Awareness Run 26 in Mbarara City today which was organized by @Ukaramental
Theme:Make your mental health a priority.
We’re here to break stigma and fight for accessible mental health support for every young person. Ourwellbeing, Our💪

[BANYAKIGEZI FM 104.5 @BANYAKIGEZI]

Mental Health advocates in Mbarara City have today participated in a Mental Health Awareness Run 26, organised under the theme "Make your Mental Health a Priority," organized by @Ukaramental.
📸 : @Adolf4shizo
#BanyakigeziFmUpdates

[Ukara Mental Health Services @Ukaramental]

A big thank you to @Ntare_School for standing with us and supporting the cause. Together, we are creating awareness, inspiring hope, and championing #mentalhealth for all. #MakeYourMentalHealthaPriority

[Tayari West TV @TayariWestTV]

.@ahabwa_j: "What are some of the things that cause mental instability?"

.@AmutuhaireBarb1, founder @Ukaramental : "Eminyeeto emingi bashomire kwonka emirimo yabura, eki nikibaasa kuretera omuntu yaaba 'mentally unstable."

#Ekiganiiro
#TayariWestUpdates

[Tayari West TV @TayariWestTV]

.@ahabwa_j: "What is @Ukaramental?"

.@AmutuhaireBarb1: " @Ukaramental is a Swahili word derived from ‘ukarabati,’ which means rebuilding or restoring yourself. Ukara is an organization that helps youth achieve mental stability through counseling, outreach programs, and mental health awareness."

#Ekiganiiro
#TayariWestUpdates

[Ukara Mental Health Services @Ukaramental]

More people are coming on board to support the Mental Health Run26. Today, we were joined by one of the biggest bloggers in Mbarara, Emily, who pledged support towards this important cause. Together, we continue to raise awareness and promote mental wellness in our communities.

[The Alive Again Foundation @aliveagain14]

"Young people should be given opportunities to learn how to deal with their mental health struggles.
Most of the struggles if not delt with at an early age, they will eventually be problematic at their old age"