International Voluntary Mental Health Organization

Building Healthier Minds. Stronger Communities.

Promoting mental health, psychosocial wellbeing and social inclusion across The Gambia, Senegal, Guinea-Bissau and the Netherlands.

Founded on 12 April 2016 by Solomon Correa.

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About IVMHO

IVMHO is an independent non-profit humanitarian organization promoting mental health through awareness, prevention, psychosocial support, advocacy, education, research and community-based care.

Our Programmes

School Mental Health Awareness

Supporting students, teachers and parents through mental health education, awareness, resilience, stress management and psychological first aid.

Community Mental Health Awareness

Community dialogue to reduce stigma, promote early help-seeking and improve access to mental health support.

Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)

Counselling, psychoeducation, referrals and psychosocial support for individuals and families.

Home Care Support

Recovery-focused home visits, family and caregiver education, activity planning and independent living support.

Depression & Suicide Prevention

Awareness campaigns, resilience-building and referrals to appropriate support services.

Drugs & Substance Abuse Awareness

Education, prevention and recovery awareness promoting healthier lifestyles.

Psychodrama & Community Theatre

Theatre, storytelling and participatory methods to reduce stigma and encourage discussion.

Psycho Media

Radio, television, podcasts and social media to share accessible mental health information.

Children & Special Needs

Psychosocial support approaches for children with chronic illness or disabilities, including play, art and family support.

Our Impact

50,000+People reached

105+Communities served

200+Volunteers trained

4Countries of operation

Recent activities

August–September 2026 · Brikama Jamisa Nelakoto

Community mental health awareness session completed.

October 2026 · Dementia Care Plan

IVMHO contributed to a two-day stakeholder validation meeting in The Gambia.

October 2026 · Workplace Wellbeing

IVMHO facilitated a discussion for British High Commission staff in Banjul.