Mental Health & Psychosocial Support

Building Mental and Emotional Resilience Within Communities

Verenda Wellness is a community-based mental health and psychosocial support programme focused on improving emotional wellbeing and reducing the stigma around mental health.

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Verenda Wellness

What this programme sets out to change

Verenda Wellness is a community-based mental health and psychosocial support programme focused on improving emotional wellbeing and reducing the stigma around mental health.

The programme offers counselling support, facilitated group sessions, and community awareness initiatives encouraging open conversations around mental health, trauma, and healing.

SDG 3 · Good Health & WellbeingSDG 10 · Reduced Inequalities
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Who We Serve

  • Individuals experiencing trauma, stress, or mental health challenges
  • Communities with limited access to formal mental health services
  • Caregivers and community workers

What We Do

  • Community counselling services and psychosocial support sessions
  • Group healing and support circles
  • Mental health awareness campaigns and community education
  • Training of community-level mental health facilitators
  • Digital wellbeing resources and referral networks

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