30/07/2026
We are delighted to share that our Founder and Executive Director, Dr. Mary Shalom Nkunika-Matsimbe, has been invited as a speaker at the Southern Africa Civil Society Dialogue on Mental Health Integration & QualityRights 2026, taking place in Botswana from 29–31 July 2026.
As part of the Regional Panel, Dr. Mary will present on the topic:
“Regional Integration: Low-Hanging Fruits for Mental Health Integration Across Southern Africa.”
This dialogue brings together mental health advocates, policymakers, healthcare professionals, researchers, and civil society leaders from across the region to explore practical pathways towards stronger, more inclusive, and rights-based mental health systems.
For LEHEMA, this invitation is a reflection of our ongoing commitment to advancing mental health awareness, influencing policy, and promoting collaboration that leads to meaningful and lasting change. We are honoured to have our Founder contribute to this important regional conversation, sharing insights and experiences that continue to shape the future of mental health across Southern Africa.
We are proud of Dr. Mary’s leadership and look forward to the conversations, partnerships, and impact that will emerge from this dialogue.
Together, we can create a future where mental health is valued, protected, and accessible to all.
