GYIN Gambia Chapter is proud to announce that our regional coordinators and project officer have successfully completed the 3-day Step-Down Training on the Basics of Case Management in Mental Health and Psycho-Social Support (MHPSS). This training provided both knowledge and certification in two essential modules:
- Module 1: Mental Health
- Module 2: Case Management
Training Highlights
The training, led by master trainers, covered key thematic areas including:
- Human Rights-Based Approaches
- Person-Centered vs Service-Centered Care
- Personal Boundaries
- Case Management Processes
- Needs Assessment and Service Mapping
- Understanding Mental Health Conditions
- Child Development
Acknowledgements
We extend our sincere gratitude to GIZ GGAC for contracting Peace of Mind to deliver this impactful training. Special thanks also go to the master trainers and facilitators for their dedication, expertise, and commitment to ensuring the training was a success.
Impact
By completing this training, GYIN Gambia Chapter staff have strengthened their capacity to:
- Provide empathetic and professional support to communities
- Apply structured case management approaches
- Integrate mental health awareness into youth empowerment initiatives
- Contribute to inclusive development and resilience-building efforts
- Utilize practical exercises to better apply learned concepts in future client interactions (put ourselves in the shoes of clients / participants, enhancing empathy and understanding).
- Foster peace of mind that positively shapes relationships at work, home, and within communities through psychosocial first aid
Looking Ahead
This milestone reflects GYIN Gambia Chapter’s ongoing commitment to continuous learning and capacity building. With enhanced skills in MHPSS, our team is better equipped to support youth, migrants, and vulnerable communities across The Gambia.
Together, we continue to grow stronger and more resilient in our mission to empower communities.