Bright Shitemi on tackling the mental health crisis in Africa

Why Give a Buck?

Bright Shitemi experienced depression and suicidal ideation as a young man following the traumatic aftermath of his mother's attempted suicide when he was a child. He learned firsthand how mental health is treated by Kenyan society and how people suffering are stigmatised, marginalised and even criminalised. In this episode, Bright shares how he came back from the brink and began working to bring mental illness out of the shadows so that every Kenyan can safely share how they're feeling and access professional and dignified healthcare and support through the pioneering non-profit he founded, Mental 360. He's an inspiring man on a beautiful, and very human, journey.

Get Involved!
Learn more about Bright Shitemi's work and how you can support him to provide access to mental healthcare to all Kenyans here: justpeoples.org/leaders/bright
Why Give a Buck?
Because with $2,500 USD Bright's team can deliver 12 weeks of group therapy and psychosocial support to 30 vulnerable teenage mums. And with $33,000 USD Bright can establish and run a community wellness centre for a year.