KILIMANJARO, Nov. 12 -- A Moshi-based Non-Governmental Organisation, the Foundation for Community Transformation in Kilimanjaro (FTK), has launched a community education programme aimed at raising awareness and strengthening public understanding of mental health issues.

The initiative is designed to equip community members with the knowledge and skills to identify and respond to mental health challenges at the local level.

Speaking on Monday during a four-day seminar in Moshi, FTK Chief Executive Officer Lazaro Urio said the programme was developed following a survey which revealed significant gaps in the capacity of local leaders to support individuals experiencing mental health difficulties.

“Our findings showed that many leade...