STILT MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVE

Championing Youth Mental Health, Building Resilient Communities.

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Who We Are

Where advocacy meets action, and every voice matters.

At Stilt Mental Health Initiative, we are a youth-led nonprofit transforming how mental health is understood and supported in Nigeria. Since 2019, we’ve worked to break stigma, expand education, and create safe spaces where young people and families can thrive.

From school-based outreaches that have reached thousands of children, to community support groups, awareness campaigns, and policy advocacy, our impact spans classrooms, communities, and national systems.

We believe mental health is a human right—not a privilege—and are building a movement of hope, dignity, and resilience, ensuring no one is left behind.

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What We Do

From classrooms to communities—making mental health matter.

At Stilt, we believe mental health is a right, not a privilege. Through innovative programs and community-driven initiatives, we create safe spaces where young people can learn, heal, and thrive.

We’re breaking stigma, equipping the next generation, and building a future where mental health is prioritized at every level of society.

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Children’s Mental Health Outreaches

Interactive school programs teaching children about emotions, resilience, and mental well-being.

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Youth & Community Engagement

Peer support groups, awareness rallies, and mental health literacy campaigns that challenge stigma and promote inclusion.

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Policy & Advocacy

We co-author policy briefs, contribute to national conversations, & advocate for systemic reforms such as decriminalizing attempted suicide in Nigeria.

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Research & Innovation

Designing and piloting scalable solutions to bridge mental health service gaps and generate data for stronger interventions.

How We Create Change

Turning awareness into action, and action into impact.

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Youth-Centered Approach

We design programs with young people, not just for them, ensuring solutions reflect their voices, realities, and lived experiences.

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Evidence + Empathy

Our work blends data-driven strategies with compassion, making mental health both measurable and deeply human.

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Collaboration for Impact

By working with schools, governments, and community leaders, we build bridges that amplify reach and sustain long-term change.

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Innovation & Creativity

We use fresh ideas—storytelling, campaigns, and interactive fairs—to make mental health relatable, accessible, and stigma-free.

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Joining the Stilt support group was life-changing. For the first time, I didn’t feel judged. I felt seen, heard, and supported. It reminded me I’m not alone in my journey.

Favour James

Calabar, Nigeria

Our Stats

A snapshot of what we’ve accomplished—together.

Every number tells a story of lives touched, minds empowered, and communities transformed since 2019. From classrooms to communities, we’re breaking stigma, building resilience, and creating safe spaces for mental health to thrive.

25,000+

Children Reached

200

Schools Visited

25

Nigerian States Covered

3

Countries Covered

700+

Peer Facilitators Signed Up

4

Publications

4

Community Rallies Organized

30+

Peer Support Groups Hosted

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Meet Our Team

A passionate team working together to make a difference.

Elizabeth-Ita Ntongho Elemi

Founder & Executive Director

Sebh Markson

Volunteer Manager

Nicole Okorie

Administrative Assistant

Nori Abo

Asst. Publications Assistant

Aniekeme Ime Elijah (Kempi)

Media Director

Abigail Imong

Program Associate

Bright Uboh (Bee)

Publications Assistant

News And BLOG

Insights, updates, and stories on mental health and youth well-being.

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