The Strategic Planning Phase The success of the December 3rd event was rooted in extensive consultative meetings. Lisa Jensen, founder of the Lisa Jensen Foundation and former Miss World Tanzania 2012, met with various stakeholders and leadership, including the CEO of Aga Khan Health Service Tanzania, to discuss the roadmap for the foundation's mission. These sessions involved: Mission Alignment: Presenting the foundation's vision to increase awareness, reduce stigma, and provide safe spaces for those struggling with mental health and physical challenges. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborative discussions with sponsors and partners to ensure a well-supported event for children with disabilities. Tactical Briefing: Detailed planning sessions in professional settings to coordinate logistics between the two foundations.

The Purpose of the Tour The primary goal of the visit to Clouds Media headquarters was to leverage the station's massive reach to discuss the state of mental health in Tanzania. The tour and subsequent interview focused on: National Advocacy: Using the "People’s Station" to speak directly to the public about the importance of emotional well-being. Breaking the Stigma: Founder Lisa Jensen shared her vision of a community where mental health is openly discussed and fully supported without fear of judgment. Promoting Resources: Highlighting the foundation’s mission to provide accessible education and resources for those in need.

Objective: To equip teachers with the tools to identify mental health struggles, promote gender parity, and establish zero-tolerance zones for Gender-Based Violence (GBV). Why Training Teachers Matters Teachers are often the first to notice changes in a child’s behavior, but they frequently lack the formal training to address complex issues like trauma, discrimination, or abuse. The Lisa Jensen Foundation’s training program bridges this gap by focusing on three interconnected pillars

The Lisa Jensen Foundation is taking significant strides toward revolutionizing mental health advocacy in Tanzania. Recently, our founder, former Miss World Tanzania 2012 Lisa Jensen, led a series of high-level consultative meetings to solidify partnerships for our upcoming initiatives. The primary focus of these discussions was the planning and execution of Mental Health Awareness Day this coming October.

The Lisa Jensen Foundation is honored to announce a new milestone in our journey of service. Recently, our founder, Lisa Jensen, met with Lady Fatma and her team to discuss a collaborative partnership designed to strengthen social support systems across the country. This meeting served as a vital platform for aligning the goals of both organizations, ensuring that our collective resources are used effectively to reach the most vulnerable populations.

The Lisa Jensen Foundation is proud to announce a significant step forward in our mission to champion mental health awareness across Tanzania. Recently, our founder, Lisa Jensen, and members of our leadership team met with Mr. Sisawo Konteh, the Chief Executive Officer of Aga Khan Health Service (AKHS), Tanzania. This high-level consultative meeting served as a final briefing and strategic alignment session before our foundation’s upcoming travel to Zanzibar.