We collaborate with partner clinics and hospitals to train nursing staff and healthcare professionals in mental health, with a strong focus on early identification, risk assessment, and appropriate referral. Trainings address common mental health conditions, crisis response, and the integration of mental health into routine care, including in specialized contexts such as HIV treatment. This work helps embed mental health within existing healthcare structures rather than treating it as a separate or exceptional service.

In rural and peri-urban settings, community-linked health actors play a key role in access to care. We train Agents de Santé Communautaires (ASC) in basic mental health literacy, suicide prevention, recognition of severe cases, and first-line psychosocial support. Equipped with this knowledge, ASCs can identify vulnerable individuals in their communities, initiate referrals, and contribute to data collection on local mental health needs.

To improve coordination and visibility, we are building a national mapping of mental health actors in Cameroon. This includes clinics, professionals, organizations, and support services. The mapping is made publicly available through santementale.cm and our upcoming mobile app, enabling individuals, professionals, and institutions to find appropriate support and referral options more easily.