Nikiwe Mtema
"There is something deeply fulfilling about the work I do.
Every time I stand in front of young people and share information about mental health, I am reminded why this work matters. We talk about understanding emotions, recognising when we need support, developing healthy coping strategies, and knowing that asking for help is not a sign of weakness.
These are conversations I wish I had access to growing up. Perhaps if I had received this information earlier, I may have navigated some of my own struggles differently and avoided some of the harmful behaviours I turned to while trying to cope.
That is why I do this work with so much passion. Because information has the power to change lives. Because one honest conversation can plant a seed of hope. Because every young person deserves the knowledge and support they need to take care of their mental wellbeing.
Doing work that matters is not always easy, but it is always worth it. 💚
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Executive Director - Nikiwe Mtema, MA, BASSc