Mental health is a state of well being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well, work well and contribute to their community. People who are exposed to adverse circumstances including poverty, violence, disability and inequality are at a higher risk of developing a mental health condition. 1 in 5 Internally Displaced Persons are affected by mental health disorder. Health systems have not yet adequately responded to the needs of people with mental disorders and are significantly under resourced. The gap between the need for treatment and its provision is wide all over the world.
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Mission & Vision
Mission
The Health Succour Nigeria is a non-governmental organisation with the aim of providing universal health coverage to reduce maternal and child mortality in internally displaced persons population and also providing mental health support encompassing preventive, curative rehabilitative and palliative care.
Vision
The Health Succour Nigeria aims to provide mental health support and Universal Health coverage to reduce maternal and child mortality in Internally displaced persons population.
Awareness/Sensitization
Campaign The awareness drive would entail monthly outreach activities to the IDP camps, Stakeholder engagement, treatment care and rehabilitation.
Other Initiatives
The establishment of a toll-free number, the provision of a halfway house, establishment of a peer support forum, anti stigma awareness, mental health promotion and prevention.