Who We Are
Discover the story, mission and heartbeat behind Afrikala Art where creativity meets healing, dignity and social transformation.
Afrikala Art is a hybrid creative social enterprise dedicated to championing mental health, creativity, talent and economic empowerment among children, young people, creatives and marginalised communities.
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We believe in the transformative power of art and wellness to heal, empower and shift narratives. Since 2020, we’ve rooted our work in Kenya, with footprints across different neighbourhoods and counties.
Afrikala Art offers more than programmes, we are building movements. Movements that restore dignity. Movements that connect passion to purpose. Movements that open up safe spaces for expression, healing and building meaningful livelihoods.
Why Mental Health Matters
Mental health is at the heart of what we do. We centre well-being in all our programmes because we understand that mental health affects every part of life, from how we learn and work, to how we connect, thrive and dream.
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We are on a mission to:
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Break the stigma surrounding mental health, especially in underserved communities.
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Encourage open conversations that foster empathy and understanding.
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Provide resources and psychological support to address mental health and economic challenges.
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Promote holistic wellness through creativity, movement and storytelling.
Whether it’s a young girl navigating GBV trauma, a teenager facing academic and economic stress, or a creative unsure how to make a living from their talent, Afrikala Art walks with them, co-creating access, amplifying stories and building sustainable futures.
Our Vision
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A world where mental health is prioritised, creativity is nurtured and young people thrive economically through sustainable opportunities.
Our Mission
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Afrikala Art harnesses the power of creativity to drive social change by promoting mental health awareness, empowering young people and creatives with essential information, tools and support, fostering resilience through strategic partnerships, advocacy and co-creation of safe spaces.
Our Core Values
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At Afrikala Art, our values are the foundation of every programme, partnership and performance
Ambition
We set bold goals and push ourselves to raise the bar.
Integrity
We remain honest, ethical and true to our purpose.
Creativity
We champion innovation, risk-taking and authentic expression.
Collaboration
We believe in the strength of partnerships and shared impact.
Accountability
We uphold trust by delivering with responsibility and clarity.
Sustainability
We aim for long-term, responsible growth for people and the planet.
These values are guided by the principles of selflessness, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership, shaping a culture of transparency, compassion and collective care.
What We Do
We co-create, design and run creative, therapeutic and economic programmes that prioritise mental health and sustainable livelihoods for under-supported communities. Our initiatives range from:
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Art Therapy for children, schools, teams and creatives.
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Mental Health Sports Tournaments and Beyond the Whistle programme to promote healing and safe release.
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Mental Health for SRHR drives for girls and women in remote regions.
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The Mental Walk & Mazingira Day to unite mental health and environmental advocacy.
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The Hood Projects that use creative dialogue to nurture healing from identity-rooted trauma.
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16 Days of Creative Activism to challenge gender-based violence through art.
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Creative Innovations through The Creatives Doormat and Afrikala Lifestyle to generate decent work for young people.
