Global Mental Health Alliance team in action

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Hope

I live Again
Uganda

Global Mental Health Alliance

Bringing Hope and Healing to Communities Worldwide

Community support
"Just because the guns are silent, it doesn't mean the war has ended. It still rages on in the hearts and minds of those that have faced it."
Benson Ocen
Benson Ocen
Founder
Our Mission

Restoring Hope Through Mental Health

Mental health is a human right, yet millions suffer in silence.

Global Mental Health Alliance, bridge the gap between suffering and support. By training local leaders and providing evidence-based trauma care, we are building a future where no one has to face their darkest moments alone.

Join us in this movement of healing.

17+
Years Active
10k+
Lives Impacted
4
Countries
Our team
Community work
Our Reach & Impact

Uniquely Positioned To Serve

We are an indigenous founded and led organization. Our beginning came through our own experience of war.

HEALING
Where We Reach
Uganda, South Sudan, DR Congo, Rwanda
HOPE
Spaces We Serve
Urban and village settings
IDENTITY
How We Restore
Evidence-based trauma program
Indigenous
Led & Founded
By survivors, for survivors
Our impact
Community
Team

Trusted Partnerships

Developed in collaboration with international experts and local communities

Dr. Robi Sonderegger

Clinical Psychologist, Australia

EMPOWER Program Development

Family Challenge Charitable Trust

Australia

Program Design Partner

Local Faith Communities

Uganda & Region

Grassroots Implementation

Our Story

We suffered war for over 20+ years

Impact That Matters

Real Change in Real Lives

Every number tells a story of healing, hope, and transformation in refugee communities across Uganda.

Years of Service
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Years of Service

Dedicated to restoring hope and healing to survivors of war since 2008

Dedicated Ugandan Staff
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Dedicated Ugandan Staff

Counselors, social workers, and community health workers serving with compassion

Lives Transformed
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Lives Transformed

Individuals and families who found healing, hope, and restored identity

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Our Reach Across Uganda

Global Mental Health AllianceMaking Impact Where It Matters

From Ila Uganda's local roots to a nationwide movement, we're transforming mental health care across refugee settlements and urban communities.

Palabek Refugee Settlement
Lamwo District

Palabek Refugee Settlement

Lamwo District

Active Programs
  • Mental Health Support
  • Community Reintegration

Expanding Hope Across Uganda

What began as Ila Uganda is now the Global Mental Health Alliance—serving more communities, reaching more lives, and creating lasting change.

Learn Our Story
Where We Serve

Our Global Footprint

Uganda

Uganda

Our headquarters and primary operations, serving refugee settlements and urban centers.

South Sudan

South Sudan

Partnering with local leaders to bring trauma care to conflict-affected communities.

DR Congo

DR Congo

Extending our reach to support survivors of war and violence in the DRC.

Rwanda

Rwanda

Collaborating on reconciliation and healing initiatives.