School Mental Health Awareness
Supporting students, teachers and parents through mental health education, awareness, resilience, stress management and psychological first aid.
Início
Detailed programme content is currently presented in English. A full PT translation is being prepared.
International Voluntary Mental Health Organization
Building Healthier Minds. Stronger Communities.
Promoting mental health, psychosocial wellbeing and social inclusion across The Gambia, Senegal, Guinea-Bissau and the Netherlands.
Founded on 12 April 2016 by Solomon Correa.
Explore programmesAbout IVMHO
IVMHO is an independent non-profit humanitarian organization promoting mental health through awareness, prevention, psychosocial support, advocacy, education, research and community-based care.
Our Programmes
Community Mental Health Awareness
Community dialogue to reduce stigma, promote early help-seeking and improve access to mental health support.
Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)
Counselling, psychoeducation, referrals and psychosocial support for individuals and families.
Home Care Support
Recovery-focused home visits, family and caregiver education, activity planning and independent living support.
Depression & Suicide Prevention
Awareness campaigns, resilience-building and referrals to appropriate support services.
Drugs & Substance Abuse Awareness
Education, prevention and recovery awareness promoting healthier lifestyles.
Psychodrama & Community Theatre
Theatre, storytelling and participatory methods to reduce stigma and encourage discussion.
Psycho Media
Radio, television, podcasts and social media to share accessible mental health information.
Children & Special Needs
Psychosocial support approaches for children with chronic illness or disabilities, including play, art and family support.
Our Impact
Recent activities
August–September 2026 · Brikama Jamisa Nelakoto
Community mental health awareness session completed.
October 2026 · Dementia Care Plan
IVMHO contributed to a two-day stakeholder validation meeting in The Gambia.
October 2026 · Workplace Wellbeing
IVMHO facilitated a discussion for British High Commission staff in Banjul.