March 3rd | Dzaleka Refugee Camp
Umoja People With Disabilities (UPD) organized a major Mental Health Awareness event at Dzaleka Refugee Camp.
The event aimed to promote inclusion and break the stigma surrounding mental health among refugees with disabilities in Malawi.
Community Participation Through Sports and Education
The event brought together a large number of participants from Dzaleka community through:
- Football match with strong community engagement
- An inter-school competition involving Umoja Secondary School and other secondary schools
The inter-school competition included:
Other creative youth-led activities
Dance performances
A fashion show
These activities provided a dynamic platform for young people to express themselves while reinforcing the message of inclusion and mental health awareness.
Strengthening Institutional Commitment
Through this initiative, UPD reaffirmed its commitment to:
- Promoting dignity and equal participation
- Breaking stigma around mental health
Encouraging community-based support systems
The event demonstrated that inclusion becomes stronger when youth and community members actively participate.
