Oyinda Fakeye and Amanda Ihemebiri Talk Mental Health after Kate Spade and Anthony Bourda

Our Founder Oyindamola Fakeye featured on Arise TV's 'The Morning Show' alongside Ndidi's Amanda Ihemebiri to discuss issues around celebrity and mental health, in response to the recent death's of Kate Spade, Anthony Bourdain and the increase in incidences coming to light in Lagos.

A Recap on the Art as Therapy Discussion Held in Lagos by the Organisation 16/16

16/16 hosted a panel discussion between artists and mental health and wellbeing professionals in the quest to discern the positive mental health benefits of art therapy. These are some highlights. This was the first event in a series of workshops, exhibitions and creative interactions that will revolve around the issue of mental health, with a strong focus on the Nigerian situation. Panelists: Stacey Okparavero- visual, spoken word and performance artist whose works focus on release of emotions and feelings Aàdesokan- abstract artist whose works deal with how the mind is constantly evading itself Dr. Ulrike Schmueser- a highly experienced psychologist currently residing in Lagos, Nigeria Oyinda Fakeye- Founder, Sound Mind Africa, an organisation concerned with the distribution of information and advice relating to mental and emotional wellbeing in Nigeria. Gina Amama- host of ARISE 360 and the mediator of the panel A live painting session by both participating artists followed the panel discussion.

ART THERAPY

Date: Sunday, November 19

Venue: MAINLAND, Lagos (To be revealed in invite)

Time: 1pm

Dress Code: Colourful & Comfortable

Art therapy is as effective as alternative forms of therapy such as mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy, fitness and more. 

As part of #SAVE - Creatives for Mental Health Awareness program, Project Get Naked (@projectgetnaked) & KUMA Nation are bringing a blend of Therapy, Art, Music, Food & Networking in a playful and colourful package of ART THERAPY including;  #SAVE x MAXIVIVE Activation Spot! 

To register to attend please use the sign up link: http://therapy.projectgetnaked.com/

#SAVE Mental Health Awareness & Project Get Naked 2017 is an initiative of LPM. Foundation, supported by A HAPOEL ROBI SHAPIRA HONOUR

Sound Mind Africa Partner with Spa Pampering at Home to run Mindfulness and Meditation Class in Lagos

Date: 24th June 2017
Time: 6pm
Cost: N6000

Sound Mind Africa have partnered with Spa Pampering at Home to facilitate 'Silence' a Mindfulness and Meditation class which provides an introduction to building a personal practice. Covering guided meditation, self love, gratitude and mindfulness the course empowers each participant with the tools needed to meditate and lead are more mindful lifestyle.

For more information and to register call: +234 8177257790

May Edition of Umbrella Men's Mental Health Support Group This Sunday 28th May 2017

DATE: Sunday May 28th 2017
TIME: 2:00 PM
VENUE: Surulere (Full Address given following registration)
REGISTRATION: mhspa.projectgetnaked.com

Group therapy can give you insights and new perspective to what you're going through and can also provide you with solutions, tips and other supportive methods during conversations and listening to others share in a safe space.UMBRELLA (Men's only support group) provides a safe and private environment as well as atmosphere for you to unburden yourself and share without prejudice.  What you say in group therapy stays in group therapy — it's all confidential and we are a stickler for this rule.


Guidelines: 

• If you wish to bring a friend, sibling, colleague along, please have them register or register for them.
• This email is not for onward forwarding. It is directed at you.
• It is okay if you do not wish to share at your first attendance at UMBRELLA. Get comfortable, we are always here.
• UMBRELLA is a private support group. Everything shared during UMBRELLA sessions are highly confidential. 
• If you wish to have a one-on-one session after the support group, please indicate.
• Exact address will be conveyed in reminder email and texts.

MH-SPA (Mental health support for persons affected) is brought to you by @ProjectGetNaked in partnership with SheWritesWoman.org & Doctoora.com

Please ensure you read the full MH-SPA rules and guidelines on the sign up page - mhspa.projectgetnaked.com

Safe Place Mental Health Support Group Hits Abuja!

The maiden edition of #SafePlace Abuja holds this Sunday 21st May, 2017with guest facilitator Samira Sanusi

"providing the ladies in Abuja a place they can talk without shame or fear of stigma. They never have to walk alone." Hauwa Ojeifor (founder She Writes Woman)

The Lagos event will take place simultaneously and will feature as guest facilitator pfschiatrist Dr Naya Ndupu.

Sign up link for both locations (Lagos & Abuja) is: www.SheWritesWoman.org/safe-place

End note: Exact address will be delivered to your inbox after registration. If you would like to attend with with a guest the will need to also be registered. We value confidentiality, Safe Place is indeed SAFE. She Writes Woman

Hope Visits Yaba Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital 29th April 2017

"The second edition of #HopeVisits was an overwhelming success. We took a risk and because of you, it paid off. We did not do the usual - show up, give food, drop clothes and be on our way. We did so much more. HOPE demands that we do so much more. This time, we the hope bearers stormed 'Yaba Left' with lots of fruits, drinks and food. We put smiles on the patients' faces as they watched The Wedding Party (just picture it). We actually sat down with them and had conversations about life, challenges and their message to the world. Because of you, we touched over 379 lives at Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Yaba with goody bags containing toilet paper, bathing and washing soap, sponge, deodorant, sanitary toilet, and so much more."

Hauwa Ojeifor