We are a youth-led Mental Health organization serving the youth. We employ storytelling, art, and experiential learning to create awareness and advocate for mental wellness in Kenya. We believe sustainable healing lies in a holistic (360) approach and stronger social support systems.
Strengthening psychosocial support systems for better mental health among the youth.
Healthy minds, healthy communities
At Mental 360 Kenya, our core values guide everything we do. They reflect our commitment to our community and our mission to promote mental health and well-being.
Board Member
Managing Director of Flux Capital and currently serves as our Board Chair. He is also the chairman of the CPF Financial Services board. Mr. Nduranu is an advocate of mental health and has generously volunteered his organizational development skills to African non-profit organizations.
Board Member
Dr. Boniface Chitayi is a consultant Psychiatrist and a Psychiatry lecturer at the department of Psychiatry and mental health at Kenyatta University. He is the current Treasurer of the African Association of Psychiatrists (AAP) and the immediate former president of the Kenya Psychiatric Association (KPA). Dr. Chitayi holds a Bachelor of medicine and surgery and master of Medicine Psychiatry from the University of Nairobi. He champions mental health literacy and advocacy through the media. Dr. Chitayi successfully led the high court petition initiative that resulted in decriminalization of attempted suicide in Kenya. He was awarded the champion of change mental health award by the Kenya Psychiatric Association in 2022.
Board Member
Communications and development strategist who helps create positive social and economic changes in developing countries. She is the Communications and Knowledge Manager at CORE Group and has extensive experience working with Mental 360 to increase their impact.
Board Member
Senior Advisor at the Open Society Initiative for East Africa and Regional Director for Article 19. He is a human rights advocate and uses his personal story to inspire others about mental health.
Founder & Executive Director
Founder and Executive Director of Mental 360, a mental health advocacy organization. With a background in program design and communications, he is dedicated to creating scalable solutions for mental health challenges in our society.
Executive Assistant
Brenda Osoro is the National Coordinator of the Fight Inequality Alliance in Kenya, where she leads grassroots movements to challenge systemic inequalities and promote community-led change. She has extensive experience in driving development programs focused on social justice and inclusive development across Africa. A passionate mental health advocate, Brenda’s commitment is deeply personal, shaped by her own lived experience. She is dedicated to creating safe spaces where vulnerability is met with care, and where young people across Africa are empowered with the tools, language, and support they need to thrive mentally and socially.
Founder & Executive Director
Program Manager
Programs Officer
Counsellor/Implementation Officer
Graphic Designer
Communications and Marketing Officer
Growth and Strategy Associate
Therapist and Implementation Officer
Accountant
Monitoring and Evaluation Lead
Finance and Fundraising Lead
Counsellor and Implementation Officer
Programs Intern
Join our team and be part of the movement to deliver mental health care to 10 million people in the next decade!
Our Founder Bright Shitemi was selected to join the African Visionary Fellowship by the Segal Family Foundation an exclusive two-year fellowship that offers capacity, community, and connection.
Mental 360 participated in the Dovetail Accelerator 2023-24 a program for high potential impact actors in Africa
Mental 360 played a crucial role in advocating for the Mental Health Amendment Bill 2018 which was signed into law in 2022. This legislative success marked a significant step forward in the fight for better mental health care in Kenya.
In 2020, Mental 360's BOMA wellness App was recognized as one of the top three growth plan ideas in Africa by the Facebook Accelerator Program. This accolade underscored the organization's innovative approach to expanding mental health support through digital platforms.
At Africa Yes 2019, Mental 360 was celebrated for its contributions to mental health advocacy and support, underscoring its leadership and impact in the mental health sector.
Our culture is deeply rooted in Inclusivity, Youthfulness, Creativity, and Innovation.
We believe in the transformative power of shared stories and experiences. Our philosophy, “nothing for us without us,” underscores our commitment to community-driven healing. We empower individuals to take control of their wellness journeys and foster a hopeful environment where every voice is heard, and every conversation can be life-changing.
Our holistic approach to mental health is reflected in all our work, from our services to how we engage with our community. As pioneers in mental health advocacy, we use our bold and intentional voice to challenge stigma and promote open discussions on mental well-being.
Our tagline, #conversationssavelives, embodies our mission. We are dedicated to creating safe spaces for people to share their stories, seek help, and support one another. At Mental 360, we are more than just a mental health organization; we are a movement committed to making a lasting impact on the mental well-being of our community.
Mental 360 takes a not-for-profit social enterprise model. This is key to long-term sustainability and our effort to reduce donor reliance. Social impact community programs are donor-funded while our services are offered to corporate organizations at price value and to the general public on a sliding scale model (people get to pay what they can afford, and those who cannot afford are assessed and given services for free). Our definition of at-risk persons is not just about their socio-economic situation; we appreciate that mental health challenges affect everyone no matter their background, and we make our services available to all, meeting them at their point of need.
