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We are a registered, youth-led non-profit humanitarian organization champion children and youth mental health by combining emotional support, resilience-building and empowerment giving every young person the tools to overcome challenges.

Graduation is often portrayed as the beginning of a beautiful new chapter. We celebrate the achievement, take the pictur...
24/08/2026

Graduation is often portrayed as the beginning of a beautiful new chapter. We celebrate the achievement, take the pictures, receive the congratulations and look forward to what comes next.
But what happens when what comes next doesn't look the way we imagined?

Join us tonight as we move beyond the graduation photos and talk about the mental health reality of life after graduation.We'll explore the emotional challenges of navigating uncertainty and self-worth when life doesn't go according to plan.

Because sometimes, the hardest part isn't graduating , it's figuring out who you are when the life you imagined doesn't happen as quickly as you hoped.

Chikomborero Foundation was born from a story of exclusion. It was born from a young person who knew what it felt like t...
05/08/2026

Chikomborero Foundation was born from a story of exclusion. It was born from a young person who knew what it felt like to stand on the outside looking in, to carry invisible pain without the words to explain it and without someone to truly listen.

On the 3rd of August 2026 , the Chikomborero Foundation Youth Association had the honour of facilitating a Mental Health Awareness session with the learners and teachers of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Primary School in Chinhoyi.

We spoke about academic pressure, bullying, peer pressure, social media, su***de prevention and the importance of asking for help.More importantly, we reminded every learner that they are more than their grades, more than their mistakes, and more than the opinions of others. Their life has value, their voice deserves to be heard and no burden is too heavy to share.

Mental health conversations cannot wait until someone is in crisis. We must create safe spaces where young people feel seen, heard and supported long before they reach a breaking point.

Together, we can build schools where kindness replaces bullying, understanding replaces stigma, and every child knows that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

As Chikomborero Foundation, we remain committed to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health, equipping young people with knowledge and ensuring that no child has to carry their struggles alone.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the administration, teachers and staff of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Primary School for inviting us and recognising the importance of promoting mental wellbeing within the school community.

We're all blessed to be a blessing.



Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training Mental Health Foundation Mentalhealth Zimbabwe Mental Health Movement Our Lady of Perpetual Help - OLPH Schools Mashonaland-West Agricultural Show Society Chinhoyi Constituency Chinhoyi Community Development Forum-CCDF Chinhoyi tv Chinhoyi Talker Chinhoyi Federation Youth Ministries

We had a meaningful conversation on Platinum FM in Chinhoyi discussing the link between mental health and drug and subst...
29/07/2026

We had a meaningful conversation on Platinum FM in Chinhoyi discussing the link between mental health and drug and substance abuse, an issue affecting many young people in our communities.

Kudzai Zambezi , opened the discussion by explaining what mental health is and exploring its connection to drug and substance abuse. The conversation highlighted how poor mental wellbeing can increase vulnerability to substance use, while substance abuse can also worsen mental health challenges.

Leslie Mapfumo as a Peer Educator spoke about some of the signs and symptoms to look out for, and discussed the reasons why many people, especially young people, turn to drugs and substances as a way of coping with emotional pain, trauma, stress and other life challenges.

Lewis Nyaruwata as a social worker, shared practical insights from his experience in the field, reflecting on real-life cases where untreated mental health challenges contributed to drug and substance abuse. His perspective reinforced the importance of early intervention, support and access to appropriate care.

We concluded by discussing what young people can do to support one another, including creating safe spaces for conversations, encouraging help-seeking, reducing stigma and being active sources of support within our communities.

As Chikomborero Foundation , we believe that no young person should have to face their struggles alone. Healing begins when we choose to listen, show compassion and create safe spaces where people can speak without fear of judgement.

As a mental health advocate, I believe that no young person should have to face their struggles alone. Healing begins when we choose to listen, show compassion and create safe spaces where people can speak without fear of judgement.

Drug and substance abuse is often a symptom of deeper pain, not the root problem. If we want lasting solutions, we must address mental health with the same urgency and compassion.

Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet many young people and members of our communities who need sup...
27/07/2026

Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet many young people and members of our communities who need support never receive it not because they don't want help but because accessing mental health care is often far more difficult than it should be.

Access to mental health care is about more than the availability of services. It is about equity, dignity, affordability, awareness and building systems that ensure everyone, regardless of where they live or their circumstances, has a fair opportunity to receive the support they need.

Join us today as we explore the barriers that prevent people from accessing mental health services and discuss practical solutions that can help make mental health care more accessible for all.

24/07/2026

Woza October a very important time for us, it is that time again when we have our Chengetanai old peoples home,Charity Golf tournament. We are inviting golf players to join us in supporting this worthy cause . We are also appealing to companies that supply kitchen equipment,building and construction services. We plan to renovate our kitchen and improve on the outside kitchen,we welcome any donations to help us. Support us.

A father wound is not only about growing up without a father. It can also come from emotional distance, harsh words, neg...
06/07/2026

A father wound is not only about growing up without a father. It can also come from emotional distance, harsh words, neglect, rejection, abuse or never feeling seen or loved by the person who was meant to guide and protect us.

These experiences can quietly shape how we see ourselves, how we build relationships and how we handle emotions.Many people carry these wounds into adulthood without realizing how much they influence their mental well-being.

Join us tonight as we talk about a subject that is deeply personal for many people, yet often goes unspoken: Mental Health and Father Wounds.



Climate change is not only an environmental issue. It is also a mental health issue.Last week Chikomborero Foundation wa...
02/07/2026

Climate change is not only an environmental issue. It is also a mental health issue.

Last week Chikomborero Foundation was honoured to participate in the Climate Change Awareness, Youth & Environmental Stewardship Programme, hosted by Climate Control Zimbabwe , Sisonke Project and Soleil Levant Organisations in Chinhoyi under the theme "Map the stree and Plan the rest"

During the programme, we facilitated a dialogue on the connection between climate change and mental health, exploring how prolonged droughts, unpredictable weather patterns, environmental degradation and livelihood challenges can contribute to emotional distress, particularly among young people.

Through interactive discussions, Climate Art , Tree Planting participants examined how environmental challenges affect both communities and individual well-being. More importantly, we explored practical ways to build resilience by strengthening community support, promoting mental well-being and encouraging positive climate action.

It was encouraging to see young people actively engage in conversations that recognised mental health as an essential part of climate resilience. Building sustainable communities means protecting both our environment and the well-being of the people who depend on it.

Together, we can nurture healthier minds, healthier communities and a healthier planet.

29/06/2026

As we come to the end of Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, let this not be the end of the conversation.

To every man carrying burdens in silence keep in mind that strength is not measured by how much pain you can hide but by the courage to speak, seek support and keep moving forward.

At Chikomborero Foundation, we believe that everyone's mental health matters, regardless of gender and no one should have to face life's challenges alone and together we can create a community where seeking help is seen as a sign of strength, not weakness.


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