Promoting Holistic Well-being: Mental health is not limited to the absence of mental illnesses but encompasses overall well-being. We discussed the significance of promoting positive mental health practices, such as self-care, stress management, and emotional resilience. Recognizing mental health as a universal right involves prioritizing prevention and early intervention strategies. Network AID encourages not only the government but also families, communities, and workplaces to accelerate and complement the stride, by developing a mental health policy plan that will aid the process. Mental Health is everyone's concern and we must act collectively to actualize that goal. Conclusion: Participating in the discussion on World Mental Health Day at Rise Radio 98.6 FM was a valuable opportunity to shed light on the significance of mental health as a universal human right. By advocating for accessible mental health services, challenging stigma, and promoting holistic well-being, we can create a brighter future where every individual has the support they need to thrive mentally and emotionally. Let us continue to prioritize mental health and work towards a world that recognizes and fulfils this fundamental human right for all.

Network AID therefore joined AMHHR calls on the Government of Sierra Leone to protect the rights of women and girls with mental health problems help improve access to and quality of mental health service delivery in Sierra Leone. The rights set out in the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) and the rights recognized in the Declaration on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, means every person with a mental issues or  illness has the same basic rights as every other person. Many times, legal sanctions may not provide adequate protection for women with mental health problems; therefore, AMHHR calls on all mental health professionals, NGOs, women’s rights activists, and community stakeholders to join efforts in educating and changing community attitudes towards mental illness and advocating for human rights of all, especially women with mental illness. 

Dear colleagues in the Mental Health struggle across the globe,  Today, as we mark Mental Health Day, DADA-SL invites you to join us in a collective endeavour to embrace the concept of inclusivity and unity in Diversity. In a world brimming  with the cacophony of modern life, it's easy to forget the quiet strengths within each of us. Inclusivity is never far fetched reaching dream; it's a vital part of our well-being that deserves our attention and care. Mental Health matters, should be regarded as the corner stones of our ability to thrive, interact, connect, and find happiness in the existence of our lives. Yet, Mental Health is a delicate tapestry, susceptible to the strains of stress, anxiety and the numerous challenges we faced daily.