Nivishe Foundation

A Heartfelt Thank You to Nicole Straube 🌟 As we wrap up the final quarter of 2024, we want to take a moment to celebrate Nicole , who joined us as a volunteer and brought her expertise as a strategic planner and programs manager to Nivishe. Nicole has been instrumental in shaping our mental health and psychosocial support (MHPPS) programs for teen mothers and adolescent girls, helping us strategize for long-term sustainability. What stood out most was Nicole's genuine commitment to understanding our community. She didn’t just bring her skills—she brought her heart. By co-designing with our team and the girls themselves, Nicole helped us reimagine how we approach critical challenges. Her passion, kindness, and deep understanding of our work have left a lasting impact—not just on our programs but on the lives of the girls we serve. Nicole, your presence at Nivishe has been transformative. You’ve reminded us of the power of collaboration and compassion, and we are so grateful for the time, energy, and love you’ve poured into our mission. Thank you for being such an incredible part of our journey. 💛 #Gratitude #MentalHealthMatters #NivisheFoundation #CommunityDrivenChange

What makes this comic book so special? 🧠💭 It’s not just a story—it’s a movement that is rooted in local culture and made with care. It is also created alongside young people, for young people, shining a light on mental health through an inclusive lens. It is a tool for learning, connecting, and growing and is made accessible online for everyone. Grounded in science but easy to understand. This isn’t just something you read—it’s something you feel. #RealStories #MentalHealthAwareness #ForTheYouthByTheYouth #ComicsWithHeart

This week, my heart was so full as I attended the launch of Understanding Emotions, Kenya’s first-ever mental health-focused comic book created by the brilliant minds at @Nivishe Foundation. As a recent graduate of the @Nivishe Mental Health Fellowship, seeing this incredible milestone come to life felt deeply personal. This comic is more than just a book—it’s a game-changer. By breaking down complex mental health concepts into simple, relatable language, it makes these conversations accessible to younger audiences and communities that often struggle with stigma and misunderstanding. I couldn’t help but feel inspired by the dedication of Amisa and her team. This is how we change narratives, how we normalize the hard conversations, and how we bring hope to those who need it most. I can’t wait for part two and everything this series has in store. This is the Kenya I want to see—innovative, inclusive, and compassionate. 

🎉 Yesterday, we wrapped up the year in a fantastic closing meeting for our organization 🎉 We celebrated our milestones and set exciting goals for the first quarter of 2025. We look forward to a year full of growth, impact, and continued dedication to mental health awareness! 🌟✨ #nivishefoundation #milestones #2025goals #mentalhealthawareness

Highlighting Mental Health Advocacy in Action 📰 Taking a brief breather from the excitement of our comic book launch to shine a spotlight on our amazing colleague, Miriam Okotta , who contributed to a thought-provoking newspaper article on "How Employers Contribute to Employees' Mental Illness." Miriam's insights highlight the critical need for workplaces to foster supportive environments that prioritize employee mental well-being. Her voice amplifies our mission at Nivishe to create safe spaces for mental health conversations and drive change across all sectors. We’re proud to have such passionate advocates on our team who are not only making a difference in our communities but also in professional spaces. Let’s keep the conversation going! #MentalHealthMatters #WorkplaceWellbeing #NivisheImpact #AdvocacyInAction

Exciting News: The Launch of Nivishe Foundation's Mental Health Comic Book! 🌟 I’m excited to have been part of the official launch of Nivishe Foundation’s first-ever culturally and context-sensitive mental health comic book! 🥳✨ Let me just say—this is a game changer for making mental health education relatable, accessible, and engaging. 📖 Why This Comic Book Matters: This is the first mental health comic book in Kenya and Africa—a groundbreaking achievement that combines art and creativity to tackle mental health stigma and promote understanding. Through its culturally relevant storytelling, this comic book opens up conversations around mental health in a way that’s digestible and approachable for everyone, including children and young adults. 🎨 Art Meets Advocacy This initiative showcases how we can creatively use art to address complex issues like mental health, making the topic less intimidating and more relatable for diverse audiences. 👏 A huge congratulations to the Nivishe Foundation team for spearheading this project and creating a tool that will undoubtedly transform the way we approach mental health education in our communities. If you’re passionate about mental health or interested in creative approaches to advocacy, this comic book is something you don’t want to miss! We can all continue to champion mental health awareness in every space. #MentalHealth #ArtForChange #ComicBookLaunch #MentalHealthEducation #BreakingStigma #CreativeAdvocacy #Kenya #Africa

Exciting News: The Launch of Nivishe Foundation's Mental Health Comic Book! 🌟 I’m excited to have been part of the official launch of Nivishe Foundation’s first-ever culturally and context-sensitive mental health comic book! 🥳✨ Let me just say—this is a game changer for making mental health education relatable, accessible, and engaging. 📖 Why This Comic Book Matters: This is the first mental health comic book in Kenya and Africa—a groundbreaking achievement that combines art and creativity to tackle mental health stigma and promote understanding. Through its culturally relevant storytelling, this comic book opens up conversations around mental health in a way that’s digestible and approachable for everyone, including children and young adults. 🎨 Art Meets Advocacy This initiative showcases how we can creatively use art to address complex issues like mental health, making the topic less intimidating and more relatable for diverse audiences. 👏 A huge congratulations to the Nivishe Foundation team for spearheading this project and creating a tool that will undoubtedly transform the way we approach mental health education in our communities. If you’re passionate about mental health or interested in creative approaches to advocacy, this comic book is something you don’t want to miss! We can all continue to champion mental health awareness in every space. #MentalHealth #ArtForChange #ComicBookLaunch #MentalHealthEducation #BreakingStigma #CreativeAdvocacy #Kenya #Africa

✨ Introducing Brain Waves: Mental Health Chronicles ✨ We are excited to unveil the first ever mental health comic book in the continent BRAINWAVES MENTAL HEALTH CHRONICLES!! together with YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa USAID and Kenyatta University . This exciting new comic book series dedicated to mental health awareness. Dive into our first episode, "Understanding Emotions," and discover practical strategies for emotional well-being. 🌈📖 #MentalHealthMatters #BreakingTheStigma #BrainWavesComic #YouthEmpowerment #NivisheFoundation #UnderstandingEmotions

Meet Our MC! 🌟 We are excited to have Esther Neema . as the Master of Ceremonies for the launch of our mental health comic book, Brain Waves: Mental Health Chronicles. With her vibrant personality and passion for mental health, Easter will ensure an engaging and unforgettable event! 💬📖✨#mentalhealthmatters #breakingthestigma #BrainWavesComic #youthempowerment #nivishefoundation #understandingemotions

We're thrilled to introduce our two incredible main speakers: 🌟Dr. George Kosimbei KosimbeI is chief of party at Yali East Africa. Through YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa and USAID Kenya we are able to launch the First chapter of our comic book. 🌟 Amisa Rashid : is the Founder and Executive Director of Nivsihe Foundation. She is a mental health expert who bore the vision of the comic book to share what inspired it and the vision behind it. #MentalHealthMatters #BreakingTheStigma #BrainWavesComic #YouthEmpowerment #NivisheFoundation #UnderstandingEmotions