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In honor of World Mental Health Day, which took place on October 10th, Hand on Heart Association partnered with Prosamcom to raise awareness, demystify, and destigmatize mental health in Cameroonian society. Our round table with professionals and students of mental health was a huge success, with 31 participants. During our mental health event, key speakers like Mr. Fabien Memong (Prosamcom), Ms. Aristarque Fotso (special educator), and Mr. Mballa Bomba (National Volunteer Program) shared insights on mental health support and community action. Sandrine Kameni, founder of Hand on Heart, gave a moving testimony that inspired the creation of the organization. We thank all participants for their open-mindedness and commitment to building a more compassionate Cameroon.
On October 10th, Hand on Heart Association and PROSAMCOM participated in a national mental health conference organized by the Ministry of Public Health. Held under the theme “Make mental health and well-being for all a global priority,” the event brought together health professionals, government officials, and people with lived experience of mental illness. Moving testimonies from recovered street patients highlighted the power of proper care and compassion. The conference reinforced a collective call: mental illness can be treated — let’s stop the neglect and support those in need. Hand on Heart is committed to continuing this fight for mental health awareness and support in Cameroon.
From September 6th to October 6th, 2022, Hand on Heart Association and PROSAMCOM offered free mental health consultations at the Sainte Madeleine Health Center in Mfou, ahead of World Mental Health Day. Trained psychologists saw 30 patients facing issues like depression, anxiety, and psychosis. Five individuals with psychosis were referred for proper treatment — a powerful step toward accessible mental healthcare in Cameroon.
On September 2, 2022, Hand on Heart and PROSAMCOM appeared on national TV show “Nous Chez Vous” to promote free mental health consultations in Mfou, ahead of World Mental Health Day. This media outreach helped raise awareness and encourage access to mental health support in Cameroon.

Mission

Contributing to improve the living conditions of mentally ill people in Cameroon

Our goals and projects:
We work on:
  • Fighting Stigma and Isolation We work to combat the social stigma and exclusion faced by people living with mental illness, especially in rural communities.
  • Promoting Mental Health Awareness We organize seminars and awareness campaigns in collaboration with mental health professionals to foster positive attitudes.
  • Supporting Families We help families live better with their loved ones affected by mental illness, aiming to improve their everyday lives.
  • Protecting Patients’ Rights We raise awareness about the rights of people with mental illness—many are still rejected, mistreated, or separated from their families.
  • Building Local Capacity We train psychology students as local therapists, encourage research on mental health, and create dialogue between patients, families, and recovered individuals.

In the long run, want to help people with mental illness with:

  • A food, clothing and a pharmaceuticals bank – your donations would be very valuable for this point.
  • A healthcare, rehabilitation and reintegration centre
  • A scholarship program to participate in professional classes such as agricultural development to give them the ability to work
  • Helping prepare the patient for an independent and sustainable life by providing craftsmanship training

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Countries

50

Volunteers

10000

Our Goal

5000

Raised

Meet Our Team

Amazing people behind our charity activities

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Sandrine Magwa Épse Kameni

President-Founder, Family peer support worker

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Sandrine Hinrichs

Strategic association management

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Eponine Signe Noumbou Épse Nana

Legal specialist, Family peer support worker

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Odilon Kentsop

Translator and psychologist

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Gomina Jules

Projet Manager, Psychologist

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Sandali Liyanagoonawardena

Technical Focused

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Leona

Public Health Expert

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Patrick Chetchueng

Innovation Manager

Testimonial

What people are saying about our mental health initiatives

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Jade Payan

Doctorante en sociologie

J’ai connu Sandrine lorsque Hand on Hear commençait à se développer. J’ai été impressionnée, et je le suis encore, par la détermination et le courage de Sandrine dans le lancement de ce très beau projet, qui, je l’espère, permettra encore d’aider de nombreuses personnes. Bravo à elle et à tous ceux qui l’ont rejoint pour mettre cette association sur pied !

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Jean-Claude M.

Recovered Patient

It was a truly fulfilling experience to spend the day with Hands On Heart Association, capturing their work through photos and video. Being part of their mission, even behind the camera, gave me a deep sense of purpose and joy.

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Pia Schlittenbauer

Clinical psychologist

The Hand on Heart team is doing outstanding work in mental health in Cameroon. With great passion, the association is driving impactful initiatives – being part of it has been a deeply rewarding and transformative experience for me.

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Lieselot Lauwers

Social worker

The people behind Hands on Heart all have passion, commitment and a beautiful heart for mental health. It was a pleasure to be able to experience their work, commitment and persistence every day.

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