1 in 7 children in sub-Saharan Africa faces serious psychological challenges, yet #mentalhealth services remain critically under-resourced. Our study reveals how to bridge this gap. Read the full study: rdcu.be/egInx

It was all smiles as we celebrated the 2nd Kenyan Cohort of the Aga Khan University Women Leadership Academy 🎉. 21 phenomenal women leaders shared their stories of transformation as they reflected on their journey at the Women Leadership Academy .

Genetic research on #neurodevelopmentaldisorders has often overlooked Africa. Our #NeuroDev study, with KEMRI-Wellcome Trust, UCT Neuroscience Institute and Broad Institute is changing that by collecting critical data in Kenya & South Africa. Explore our Year 1 findings → cell.com/neuron/fulltex…

1️⃣#NeuroDev neurodevproject.org studies the genetic clinical & behavioural traits of NDDs #autism & #intellectualdisability in children in Kenya&South Africa KEMRI-Wellcome Trust UCT Neuroscience Institute Red Cross Hospital AKU Institute for Human Development Broad Institute #AminaAbubakar Kirsty Donald Elise Robinson Charles Newton 4/18

2️⃣The #Akili project is a study of the genetic clinical and behavioural characteristics of #ADHD in children living in Kenya and South Africa UCT Neuroscience Institute Red Cross Hospital AKU Institute for Human Development Kirsty Donald #AminaAbubakar 6/18

3️⃣The #NIHR funded TheSPARKproject thesparkproject.net is an international research collaboration between researchers and community stakeholders in Kenya Ethiopia the UK and the World Health Organization (WHO) AKU Institute for Human Development Addis Ababa University Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience #AminaAbubakar Prof Rosa Hoekstra 10/18

You are invited to the GSED (Global Scale for Early Development) webinar series with the first session on Bridging the Gap: Understanding the Role of GSED in ECD Measurement on 4/28, register events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5d84a5a5…

Do you work with young children from the following counties: Samburu, Garissa, Tana River and Marsabit? Apply today for our Early Childhood Development training series! Learn more and apply 👇 ecdworkforcehub.org/2025/04/24/ear…

The deadline is fast approaching! Don't be left out, apply today for our Early Childhood Development training series! Click on the link below to learn more and apply 👇 ecdworkforcehub.org/2025/04/24/ear…

What does #LabourDay mean to you? We brought together colleagues to reflect on this question. From lighthearted laughs to heartfelt stories, the conversation shone a spotlight on the diverse experiences that shaped how we all show up for work. @akuhnairobi AKU Graduate School of Media and Communications @akumcea

The final episode of our #UZIMA_DS radio show series airs tomorrow. We will be delving into the use of technology for better health outcomes in the community. Don’t miss this powerful wrap-up! Listen Live: bit.ly/3P5WRvr #DataScience #DataforGood

Good news! The deadline to apply for the early childhood development training series has been extended! This is your final chance to secure your spot. Click on the link below to apply 👇 ecdworkforcehub.org/2025/04/24/ear…

Join us this Mother's Day as Esther Chongwo, a PhD fellow AKU Institute for Human Development shares her motherhood experience. At the Institute, we are proud to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for all our researchers. Learn more about our work: aku.edu/ihd/Pages/home… #MothersDay2025

Healthy minds, healthy life. #MindfulMonday #MentalHealth2025 #YouthWellbeing #SecureTheFuture

🛑🤐➡️🗣 Your voice, your story, matters. #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthForAll #MindfulMonday

🔬 ➡️ 📱 🧠 Innovation 💡 meets impact. Using research and technology to drive better mental health care for all. #MentalHealthInnovation #MindfulMonday

👩‍⚕️🧑‍⚕️🏨💪 Better mental health systems, better services. #MentalHealthCareForAll #MindfulMonday

🌎 🔊 🗨 The grassroot level is key to driving mental health conversations. #CommunityWellness #TalkAboutItTuesday

🏢 🧘‍♀️ A supportive work environment is key to productivity and mental well-being. #WorkplaceWellbeing #MentalHealthMatters #TalkAboutItTuesday

From educator to internationally recognized researcher. Meet Prof Amina Abubakar - our Director at the Institute for Human Development, Aga Khan University. Her work is changing autism science and services in sub-Saharan Africa. thetransmitter.org/spectrum/amina…