opportunities plug
curated feed of funding, learning and opportunities for the mental health and social impact space
(locations indicate where the activities will take place. for details, click to expand or view full posts on the global opportunities page. last update: Nov 19, 2025)
events & convenings
conferences, workshops, residencies, and festivals centered on African mental health.
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Join the Global Mental Health Advocacy Forum 2026, a convening of mental health advocates, practitioners, and policymakers. Free registration for both virtual and in-person sessions. Read More
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Join leading researchers, advocates, and policymakers in Cape Town for Bold Ideas for Brighter Futures 2026 — a global conference on child and adolescent mental health hosted by Stellenbosch University, UNICEF, and Karolinska Institutet. Read More
study & research
scholarships, fellowships, internships, and calls for papers in mental health.
enterprise & innovation
grants, awards, and pitch calls for early-stage mental health champions.
podcasts & newsletters
some blogposts, podcasts and newsletters we are currently loving
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This podcast delivers the latest health news, innovations, and stories shaping healthcare in Africa; from outbreaks and vaccine rollouts to workforce challenges, policy shifts, medical advances, and stories of resilience and impact.