World Bipolar Day 2023
The 30 March marks World Bipolar Day. Commemorated annually, the day is a chance to bring global awareness to bipolar…
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Thinking About HIV/TB And Mental Health
March 24 saw World TB Day commemorated globally. South Africa also saw the launch of the new National Strategic Plan (NSP)…
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What Are Mental Health Review Boards And Why Speak About Them On Human Rights Day?
2023 marks eight years since the Life Esidimeni tragedy. It was a gross human rights violation, a moment of shame…
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“With Us Not For Us” – World Down Syndrome Day 2023
March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), this global awareness day has been officially observed by the United Nations…
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Explainer Series: Intellectual Disability
Welcome back to our explainer blog series where we unpack specific mental health conditions and share stories of those with…
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IDAM 2023: Destigmatising Intellectual Disability Through Shifting Attitudes
“Just like the phoenix that rises from the ashes, I am rising.” (Peter’s words as an empowered person with intellectual…
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An Open Letter To The Department Of Basic Education
With the South African school year in full swing, the spotlight is on the National Department of Basic Education with…
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Mental Health Given Attention at SONA But Still More to Be Done
“We are paying greater attention to mental health” President Cyril Ramaphosa declared at the 2023 State of the Nation Address.…
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