Mental Health & Psychosocial Well-being

Overview

Momentum Development Foundation (MDF) is committed to addressing mental health as an integral component of overall well-being. Recognizing the widespread impact of emotional trauma, stress, and chronic psychological conditions—particularly among marginalized populations—this pillar offers inclusive and culturally sensitive mental health support at the community level.

Why it Matters​

Mental health challenges often remain unspoken, yet they significantly hinder educational attainment, employment opportunities, and social inclusion. By prioritizing emotional and psychological well-being, MDF fosters individual resilience and strengthens community cohesion—paving the way for more equitable development.

What Momentum is Doing

  • Mental health counseling and psychosocial support
    Providing mental health counseling and psychosocial support services, especially for vulnerable and crisis-affected individuals.
  • Substance abuse prevention
    Promoting substance abuse prevention through education and community engagement.
  • Anti-stigma education and community-based mental health
    Leading anti-stigma campaigns and establishing community-based mental health initiatives to increase access and awareness.

How MDF Supports the SDGs

  • SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being: By addressing mental health as a core health concern, MDF contributes to holistic healthcare delivery and reduced suicide and substance abuse rates.

  • SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities: MDF’s mental health programs prioritize underserved populations, helping reduce barriers to care and ensuring inclusive access to psychological support.

How You Can Help

You could help us through:

  • ✅ Partner With Us
    We work with government agencies, global donors, foundations, and companies committed to social impact. Whether you’re looking to support a vaccination campaign or fund a rural clinic, we offer transparent, high-impact collaborations.
 
  • 🧑‍⚕️ Join the Movement
    We’re always seeking dedicated professionals—nurses, doctors, public health experts, educators—who want to make a difference on the front lines.
 
  • 💬 Be a Voice for Health
    Share our work. Talk about health equity. Raise your voice for those whose voices are too often unheard.
 
  • 💙 Make a Donation
    Every gift matters. It might fund a health worker’s training, provide emergency transport for a pregnant mother, or ensure clean water for a school.