Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Training Awareness Programme

Program Overview

U-MATTER Kenya Organization is conducting a three-day training in Marsabit County designed to equip 50 young people with practical knowledge and skills around mental health and substance use disorders. Through professional facilitation, interactive learning, group discussions and practical sessions, selected participants will gain skills they can share with peers and communities — creating a wider ripple effect of awareness, support and positive action.

Focus Areas & Highlights

• Understanding mental health and common challenges
• Recognizing the signs of addiction and substance use
• Learning coping strategies and life skills for a healthier, balanced life
• Building a supportive community and knowing where to seek help

Participant Reach

The programme will bring together 50 young people, with 10 participants drawn from each of five locations. The training is designed not only as a one-time awareness activity, but to equip selected young people with knowledge and skills that they can share with their peers and communities — creating a wider ripple effect of awareness, support and positive action.

Key Training Topics

Our Approach

• Interactive learning
• Group discussions
• Practical sessions
• Peer engagement
• Community-based knowledge sharing

Partnership & Support

This programme is being implemented by U-MATTER Kenya Organization, with support from partners including REPAL and the County Government – Department of Youth Affairs & Sports.

REPAL previously supported U-MATTER Kenya with a whiteboard, 10 marker pens and a duster. These materials will be utilized during the training sessions.