10/10/2026
"Before this training, I thought mental health support was something only doctors and counsellors could provide."
Stella Lungu from Kanyama, Lusaka, shared that after three days of Community Mentor Training with ADRA Zambia Now she knows something different: listening, encouraging someone, and helping them find the right support can change everything. đź’š
26 community volunteers and lead farmers from seven districts across Zambia trained in psychological first aid, active listening, and spotting early signs of distress. Health facility staff and district leaders joined them, building a network of care right where people live.
This World Mental Health Day, we're celebrating the neighbors who show up for each other.