Building an Emotionally Healthy Africa, One Young Mind at a Time

At Ilera, we are on a mission to transform mental health education across Africa, ensuring that every young person has access to the knowledge, tools, and support they need to thrive.

Mental health challenges remain one of the most overlooked issues in Africa, leaving millions of young people without the emotional support they deserve. We are here to change that.

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Building an Emotionally Healthy Africa, One Young Mind at a Time

At Ilera, we are on a mission to transform mental health education across Africa, ensuring that every young person has access to the knowledge, tools, and support they need to thrive.

Mental health challenges remain one of the most overlooked issues in Africa, leaving millions of young people without the emotional support they deserve. We are here to change that.

Get Involved

Our Key Initiatives

Explore how Ilera Africa is making a difference in mental health education and support.

01

Educator Training

Equipping teachers with mental health awareness and intervention skills.

02

Mental Health Practitioners Program

Recruiting, training, and deploying professionals in schools/universities.

03

After-School & Campus Programs

Running clubs, training mental health champions, and mental health initiatives.

04

Curriculum Design & Lesson Plans

Providing teachers with the resources required to adopt mental health education
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Blogs & Articles

Read our latest updates

Breaking the Stigma: How African Schools Can Foster Open Conversations on Mental Health

by | 3 March 2025 | Uncategorised | 0 Comments

Despite growing awareness, mental health stigma still prevents many students from seeking help in Africa. Schools have a responsibility to create an...

University Stress & Anxiety: How African Students Can Prioritize Emotional Well-Being

by | 15 February 2025 | Uncategorised | 0 Comments

University life in Africa is often associated with opportunity, social mobility, and the hope for a better future. However, students face immense...

The Mental Health Crisis in African Schools: Why Early Education Matters

by | 21 January 2025 | Uncategorised | 0 Comments

Mental health challenges among students are rising across Africa, with anxiety, depression, and stress affecting young minds more than ever before....
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Impact Stories

Zoe came and taught the 13-14 year old girls in my school about the impact of social media on their identity and self-esteem. The girls loved it and gave such positive feedback. They went to their teachers so excited. We definitely will be inviting her back.

C.Labonne

Ilera provided me with a curriculum and slides I can use to provide mental and emotional health education to my students. I was really impressed with the structure, attention to detail and effort they had put in to provide an impactful lesson to my students. It made my life so much easier as a teacher and I can’t wait to use it.

M. Lawal