In Bangladesh, 92% of adults suffering from mental disorders do not seek treatment, and 94% of children with mental illnesses do not get psychiatric care. Of the few who seek support, nearly 50% receive unscientific, non-medical treatment.
Why it matters
18.7%
Of adult population suffer from some form of mental disorder
0.11%
Or less of the population has access to free essential psychotropic medications
92.3%
Nationwide treatment gap for adults with mental health disorder
Our Projects
Our Projects
SHOJON
A remote mental health helpline number that provides affordable and long-term psychotherapy and psychiatric support
Our Projects
PARA-COUNSELLOR TRAINING
Contextualising an internationally certified six-month diploma programme in community mental health care for local market rollout
Our Projects
KAAN PETE ROI
An emotional support and suicide helpline service that provides a safe space for individuals in need of an immediate emotional outlet
Our Projects
RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
First-of-its-kind, the mental health facility will provide comprehensive psychiatric care and clinical rehabilitation services to those in need
Our Projects
PROSHANTI
A community-based transitional care approach to assisted living for people with long-term mental health illnesses
Mental Health Webinars on Self Care During the Pandemic