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Better Mental Health, Better Lives

Transforming lives of people experiencing mental health problems in the world’s poorest communities.

80% of people facing mental health problems live in developing countries, where fewer than 1 in 5 get any treatment. Many endure prejudice and abuse and are prevented from exercising choice, pursuing opportunities and planning for the future.

We work with local communities in Africa and Asia to tackle stigma, improve access to treatment and support, and provide opportunities for people experiencing mental illness so that they can return to work or continue their education and fulfil their potential.

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Read our latest Annual Report 2017 – 2018

Click on the link below to read about the individuals who received support from BasicNeeds Programmes in 2017 and 2018, find out more about the fabulous work of our partners and our plans for 2018 and beyond. Annual Report 2017 – 2018

Sharing experiences of improving mental health in Africa

Experts from mental health programmes in Kenya, Ghana and Nigeria gathered in London last week to share learning about the most effective ways to support people with mental health conditions in Africa. The five-day learning event was hosted by BasicNeeds UK, which has been part of the CBM family since 2017. It brought together three… Read more

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