General Report

2025 Annual report

Project Name: PONYESHA (Healing and Rebuilding Our Communities)
Objective:
This project aims to promote psychosocial wellbeing and strengthen community resilience through mental health awareness and support activities.

Key Activities:

• Psychosocial support training sessions

• Community dialogues on wellbeing and coping mechanisms

• Engagement with community leaders

• Awareness activities promoting mental health and social cohesion

The project supported 60 participants, including 32 women, 25 men, and 3 persons with disabilities. Community leaders reported improved understanding of psychosocial support and increased openness around mental health issues.

Lessons learned:

• Community-led discussions reduce stigma

• Mental health support strengthens program outcomes across sectors

Best practices:

• Engaging leaders improves acceptance

• Safe spaces encourage honest dialogue

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