Partnerships & Collaborations

01 Federal Ministry of Youth Development (FMYD), Nigeria

Advancing youth mental health as a national development priority

The Federal Ministry of Youth Development provides national leadership on youth empowerment, civic participation, and policy development. As a strategic government partner, the Ministry supports MHYI’s mission to mainstream youth mental health within national youth programs, ensuring psychosocial wellbeing is recognized as foundational to leadership, employability, and national development.

02 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Nigeria

Empowering corps members with resilience for nation-building

The National Youth Service Corps is a federal scheme established to foster unity and national development through youth service. MHYI collaborates with NYSC to integrate mental health education, resilience-building programs, and peer-support initiatives into youth engagement platforms across Nigeria.

03 Secure D-Future International Initiative (SDF)

Strengthening youth leadership through psychosocial resilience

Secure D-Future International Initiative is a youth-focused nonprofit committed to social development, leadership training, and sustainable community impact. Through collaboration with MHYI, SDF advances youth empowerment programs that strengthen psychosocial resilience and community-driven solutions.

04 Mind the Gap

Closing the access gap in youth mental health

Mind the Gap is a mental health advocacy and support initiative dedicated to closing the access gap in mental health awareness and services. In partnership with MHYI, the organization supports innovative approaches to education, dialogue, and stigma reduction among young people.

05 Ubuntu Wellspring

Building collective wellbeing through shared humanity

Ubuntu Wellspring is a community-centered initiative inspired by the African philosophy of “Ubuntu” — emphasizing shared humanity and collective wellbeing. In collaboration with MHYI, Ubuntu Wellspring supports programs that foster belonging, resilience, and social connection among youth.

06 LivingVines Mental Health Foundation

Expanding community-centered mental health support

LivingVines Mental Health Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on mental health awareness, support services, and advocacy. Partnering with MHYI, the Foundation strengthens community outreach, counseling access, and youth-centered mental health programming.

07 MIHRA - Mind Innovation and Health Reform Africa

Driving innovative reforms for youth-centered mental health systems

A reform-driven initiative focused on advancing innovative solutions in mental health systems, policy, and service delivery across Africa. As a strategic collaborator, MIHRA works with MHYI to promote evidence-based mental health reforms, strengthen youth-centered policy advocacy, and support scalable models that improve access to psychosocial care across the continent.

08 ECO Steward Humanitarian Foundation

Connecting environmental resilience with youth mental wellbeing

ECO Steward Humanitarian Foundation is a community-focused nonprofit dedicated to humanitarian action, environmental sustainability, and social development. In partnership with MHYI, the Foundation supports integrated programs that link climate resilience, community wellbeing, and youth mental health—recognizing the intersection between environmental challenges and psychosocial vulnerability.

09 Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria - PPFN

Integrating emotional wellbeing into reproductive health

The Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria is a leading provider of sexual and reproductive health services and education. Partnering with MHYI, PPFN integrates mental health awareness into reproductive health programming, recognizing the interconnectedness of emotional wellbeing and overall health.

10 Education Resource Centre (FCT, Abuja)

Embedding mental wellness within educational systems

The Education Resource Centre provides academic and professional development support within Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory. MHYI collaborates with ERC to implement school-based mental health programs, educator training, and youth development initiatives across the FCT.

11 African Health Budget Network (AHBN)

Advocating sustainable financing for youth mental health

African Health Budget Network is a pan-African organization advocating for improved health financing and accountability. Through partnership with MHYI, AHBN strengthens policy advocacy efforts to ensure sustainable investment in youth mental health systems across Africa.

12 Minkasi Rural Development for Women & Youths Initiative

Bringing grassroots resilience to rural communities

Minkasi Rural Development for Women & Youths Initiative works to advance rural development, gender equity, and youth empowerment. In collaboration with MHYI, the organization supports grassroots mental health awareness campaigns and community-based resilience programs.

13 American Corner Abuja, Nigeria

Creating global spaces for youth dialogue and growth

American Corner Abuja is a U.S. Embassy-supported information and cultural resource center. Through this partnership, MHYI hosts dialogues, workshops, and youth engagement events that promote mental health literacy, civic participation, and global exchange.

14 Abuja Literary Society

Harnessing storytelling for healing and advocacy

Abuja Literary Society is a community of writers and creatives fostering literary culture and intellectual dialogue. MHYI collaborates with the Society to advance creative expression as a tool for healing, storytelling, and mental health advocacy.

15 Serenity

Cultivating safe spaces for emotional balance

Serenity is a wellness-focused initiative dedicated to promoting emotional balance and psychological support. Through partnership with MHYI, Serenity contributes to safe spaces, peer-support programs, and community wellness conversations

16 Federal Ministry of Health & Social Welfare

Aligning youth mental health with national health systems

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare oversees Nigeria’s national health policies and systems. MHYI collaborates with the Ministry to align youth mental health interventions with national health priorities, strengthening referral systems, policy advocacy, and access to psychosocial services.

17 Nigerian Mental Health

Championing awareness, research, and community advocacy

Nigerian Mental Health is a network of professionals and advocates promoting mental health awareness, research, and community engagement. Through shared expertise and advocacy efforts, MHYI works alongside this network to expand culturally relevant mental health resources for youth.

18 CBM

Promoting inclusive mental health for every young person

CBM is an international development organization committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities. In partnership with MHYI, CBM supports inclusive mental health programming, ensuring accessibility and equity for young people living with disabilities.