We believe that every story of healing, awareness, and community action matters. Each update we share is part of a wider effort to normalize mental health conversations and connect people with care and support.

Collaborative Planning for October
The foundation met with Mr. Sisawo Konteh, the CEO of Aga Khan Health Service (AKHS) Tanzania, alongside several key project sponsors. These meetings represent a unified effort to combine clinical expertise with community-driven advocacy.

Key objectives discussed for the October event include:

Building Partnerships: Establishing a robust framework between the foundation, Aga Khan Health Services, and corporate sponsors to ensure a wide-reaching impact.

Breaking the Stigma: Utilizing the foundation’s platform to dispel misconceptions and create a community where everyone feels understood.

Resource Access: Planning safe spaces where individuals can share experiences and receive the professional support they deserve.

Our Mission and Vision
During the presentations, Lisa Jensen highlighted the foundation's core pillars:

Mission: To break the silence surrounding mental health and provide education that reduces social stigma.

Vision: To increase awareness and ensure early access to mental health services across Tanzania.

Next Steps: The Journey to Zanzibar
Following these successful sessions in Dar es Salaam, the team is now preparing for a strategic mission to Zanzibar. This travel is essential for:

Stakeholder Engagement: Aligning with local authorities and health representatives in Zanzibar for the October campaign.

Community Outreach: Identifying specific regional needs to tailor our mental health awareness programs effectively.

Site Assessments: Preparing the groundwork for event locations and support centers.

"Inspired by the stories of those struggling around her, Lisa Jensen recognized the urgent need for a safe space. We are proud to work with partners like Aga Khan to make that vision a reality."

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.