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Nigeria at 66: The Mental Health State of the Nation
October 8, 2026
The most important resource for any organization or nation is her human resource – the people. It should therefore be a no-brainer that any organization or nation that desires to be successful and productive will invest in her human resources. They will ensure that they are equipped and provided the best tools to enhance the chances of success. The most basic of these investments will be to ensure that your staff or citizens are healthy and fit for purpose.
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Asido Mental Health Fellowship
August 28, 2026 - November 13, 2026
07: 00 PM - 8:30 PM WAT
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The Chairman, Board of Trustees' Commemorative Message
August 3, 2026
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I extend our heartfelt appreciation and warmest congratulations to every member of staff and volunteer as we celebrate the seventh anniversary of our beloved Foundation. Today is more than the marking of another year; it is a celebration of seven years of purpose, compassion, sacrifice, and transformational impact made possible because of you. Every milestone we have reached and every life we have touched reflects your unwavering commitment to our shared vision of improving mental health outcomes across Nigeria and beyond.
Read MoreAsido Mental Health Fellowship (AMHF)
July 19, 2026
In Nigeria, millions of people live with mental health conditions, yet only a small percentage have access to the care they need. Young people have an important role to play in changing this reality. Through the Asido Mental Health Fellowship, participants will learn how to advocate responsibly, promote mental well-being, and lead initiatives that create lasting impact. What to Expect Over the course of 12 weeks, fellows will participate in weekly virtual sessions led by experienced facilitators, engage with a vibrant community of changemakers, and design and implement a community-based mental health project.
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March 2026 Special Edition of the Interactive Monthly Community Engagement (IMCE) Series
April 19, 2026
This year’s International Women’s Day theme, “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls,” calls for a renewed commitment to advancing equity, amplifying voices, and addressing the structural and social factors that affect women’s lives. It challenges us to move beyond acknowledgment toward intentional, collective action.
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See AllAsido Mental Health Fellowship
August 28, 2026 - November 13, 2026
07: 00 PM - 8:30 PM WAT
Asido Kids Challenge 7th Edition
April 27, 2026 - May 20, 2026
11:59 PM WAT
Jemila Abubakar Memorial Essay (JAME) Competition
February 26, 2026
09:00 AM (WAT)
3rd Asido International Mental Health Conference
Mental Health and Career Adaptability in a Dynamic Work Environment
January 19, 2026
7:00pm WAT
Celebrating Men and Boys: Encouraging Help-Seeking Behaviours
November 28, 2025
7:00pm WAT
Breaking the Silence: Changing the Narrative on Suicide
September 12, 2025
7: 00 pm
2025 Suicide Awareness Walk
September 6, 2025 - September 10, 2025
08:00 AM (WAT)
4th Asido Adolescent Boot Camp for Mental Health
August 5, 2025 - August 7, 2025
09:00 AM (WAT)
Reclaiming Purpose: Overcoming Drug Addiction and Building a Life of Impact
June 26, 2025
7: 00 pm
Little Acts, Big Impact: Cultivating Kindness and Emotional Strength in Children
May 27, 2025
7: 00 pm
Beyond the Diagnosis: Supporting Children with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism
April 29, 2025
7: 00 pm
A Physician's Unbelievable Journey from Mental Health Crisis to a Life of Purpose
February 20, 2025
7:00 pm
Bridging the Gaps: Innovative Solutions for Mental Health Support in African Tertiary Institutions
January 19, 2025
5:00 pm
Asido at 5: Celebrating 5 Years of Mental Health Advocacy and Services
September 6, 2024
7:00pm
Men Don't Talk, We're Told
June 28, 2024
7: 00 pm
How to balance your child/ward's screentime and keep them happy
May 27, 2024
7:00pm
How to balance your child/ward’s screen time and keep them happy
May 27, 2024
7: 00 pm
𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴" and "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲.
May 1, 2024
12 noon
Your Emotional Wellness as a Mental Health Advocate
May 1, 2024
12:00pm
Emotional Impact of Inclusion Challenges for Females in Schools/Workplaces
March 30, 2024
5:00 pm
Digital Tools for Youth Mental Health.
January 19, 2024
7: 00 pm
Mental Health is a Universal Human Right
October 27, 2023
7: 00 pm
𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
September 10, 2023
7: 00 pm
𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲
July 28, 2023
7: 00 pm
Fatherhood and Challenges of balancing work, family and Mental Health
June 30, 2023
7:00pm
How I Make Friends and Get Along with Others
May 27, 2023
7:00pm
Emotional Wellness In the Workplace
April 30, 2023
5pm
Managing Your Emotional Wellbeing Through Uncertain and Trying Times
March 16, 2023
7:00pm
Men's Emotional Wellness
November 20, 2022
05:00 PM
Make Mental Health For All, A Global Priority
October 10, 2022
05:00 PM
Navigating challenges of Grief and Trauma
August 28, 2022
07:00 PM
How Can I Calm Myself Down When I Am Angry?
May 27, 2022
07:00 PM
Autism Awareness and Acceptance: Leaving No One Behind
April 26, 2022
05:00 PM
Criminalization Of Suicide Attempts In Nigeria: To Stay Or To Go?
January 19, 2022
07:30 PM
Gender Based Violence: What we should know and do about it
November 27, 2021
05:00 PM
Youth and the Changing Mental Health Needs of Today's World
August 12, 2021
07:00 PM
Share Facts on Drugs. Save Lives
June 26, 2021
07:00 PM
How to Make Sad and Lonely Children Happy
May 21, 2021
7:00PM
Mental Health Literacy and The African Youth
January 19, 2021
7: 00 pm
Violence in relationships: How and Why does it occur and persist? What should we be doing?
December 19, 2020
7: 00 pm
How can we work together to prevent sucide
September 29, 2020
5:00PM
How can we work together to prevent suicide?
September 29, 2020
5:00 pm
ANNOUNCING THE ASIDO FOUNDATION IMCE, FOR AUGUST 2020
August 26, 2020
7:00PM
Volunteering and Youth Engagement for Mental Health Action.
August 26, 2020
7: 00 pm
Stigma of Mental Illness and Psychosocial Disabilities
July 29, 2020
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Rape and Gender Based Violence: How should we be raising male children?
June 27, 2020
5:00 - 6:00 PM
The Mental Health of Children and Young Persons around COVID-19
May 27, 2020
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Anxiety & Coping Strategies Around COVID-19
April 27, 2020
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Women's Mental Health
March 8, 2020
7:00pm - 8:00 pm
The Mental Health Bill: What Should We Know
February 15, 2020
8:00 pm