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We are proud to share the Mental Health Data Prize - Africa Phase 1 Newsletter, reflecting the partnerships, innovation, and progress achieved. Take a look and help us celebrate this milestone: mentalhealthdataprizeafrica.… #MHPAPhase1 #MentalHealthAfrica

At Hekima Platform, we continue to champion conversations that foster understanding, dignity, and well-being for all.Wishing you a peaceful Easter filled with reflection, hope, and renewed strength#HekimaPodcast #Easter #MentalHealth

Research is evolving. From REDCap to Google Forms, digital tools now allow real-time data collection faster, cheaper, and more efficient. But how do we ensure they are used responsibly? #HekimaPodcast #ResearchTools Supported by @MHDPrizeAFRICA , @aphrc & @wellcometrust

Digital tools can improve honesty in research, but they also raise important questions: Are participants fully informed? Is their data protected? Innovation must be guided by responsibility. #HekimaPodcast #ResearchEthics Supported by @MHDPrizeAFRICA , @aphrc & @wellcometrust

Research participants are the public. Ethics exists to protect them. #HekimaPodcast #ResearchEthics #MentalHealth Supported by @MHDPrizeAFRICA , @aphrc & @wellcometrust

Do you feel safe with your phone? It helps us work, connect, and stay informed. But it’s also a powerful data collection tool. Who is accessing our data? #HekimaPodcast Supported by @MHDPrizeAFRICA , @aphrc & @wellcometrust

Ethics in research isn’t just about rules. It’s about respecting dignity, protecting human rights, and minimizing harm. communities.#HekimaPodcast #MentalHealth. Supported by @MHDPrizeAFRICA , @aphrc & @wellcometrust

Research shouldn’t end at publication. Communities share their data but often never hear the results.Researchers must go back, share findings clearly, and close the loop. Data belongs to the people who made it possible.#HekimaPodcast #MentalHealth #MentalHealthResearch #CommunityEngagement #PublicHealth #DataMatters.Supported by @MHDPrizeAFRICA , @aphrc & @wellcometrust

Let’s always understand research in the right context.What exactly was measured?Symptoms or a diagnosed disorder?Where was the study conducted?If a study measures symptoms, we shouldn’t label them as disorders.If it was done in one area, we shouldn’t generalize it nationally.Context matters.#HekimaPodcast #MentalHealth #MentalHealthResearch #DataMatters #PublicHealth Supported by @MHDPrizeAFRICA , @aphrc & @wellcometrust

If research says only one adolescent in Uganda has a mental health condition, budgeting will reflect that number.But what if the real number is higher?Inaccurate data doesn’t just misinform it leaves young people without services. Data shapes policy. Policy shapes lives.Mental health data must reflect reality especially for adolescents.Supported by @APHRC & @WellcomeTrust | @MHDPrizeAFRICA #MentalHealthMatters #HekimaPodcast #DataMatters #PublicHealth

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Sometimes people choose alternatives from non-credible sources instead of evidence-based treatment.When something sounds easier or more appealing, it can delay the right care and lead to complications.Access to credible information matters. A moment from the #HekimaPodcast #MentalHealth

Should traditional healers be included in mental health research?If they’re already part of the care pathway, shouldn’t they be part of the conversation? Watch the full episode: youtube.com/@hekima_platform #HekimaPodcast #MentalHealth

If you’re collecting someone’s data, transparency isn’t optional. Where will it be stored? How long will it be kept? How will it be protected? What methods will be used to analyze it? Different methods can produce different results. Trust in research starts with clear answers. Watch the full episode: youtube.com/@hekima_platform #HekimaPodcast #MentalHealth

If research is conducted in one region, it shouldn’t be presented as representing the entire country. Context matters in mental health research. Clear communication builds better policy and public trust. A moment from the #HekimaPodcast. ▶️ Watch the full episode: youtube.com/@hekima_platform 🤝 Supported by @aphrc @wellcometrust #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthResearch #PublicHealth #DataEthics

Mental health research doesn’t just produce numbers it informs policy. Accurate findings help the public understand the scale of mental health challenges and where to seek help. Without research, policies lack direction. A moment from the #HekimaPodcast. Watch the full episode: youtube.com/@hekima_platform Supported by @aphrc @wellcometrust #MentalHealth #MentalHealthResearch #PublicHealth #Policy

“Does that mean all of us have mental health challenges?” When we share big mental health numbers, do we understand what they really mean? Are we talking about diagnosed disorders or symptoms? Let’s go back to the science. A moment from the #HekimaPodcast. Supported by @aphrc @wellcometrust #MentalHealth #MentalHealthResearch #PublicHealth

Meaningful research is a two-way process. Good mental health research requires clear communication from scientists and a willingness from participants to learn and engage. When both sides meet halfway, research becomes more inclusive and effective. A moment from the #HekimaPodcast. Watch the full episode : youtube.com/@hekima_platform With support from @WellcomeTrust and @aphrc_kenya #MentalHealth #MentalHealthResearch #PublicHealth