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MENTAL HEALTH & PSYCHOSOCIAL SUPPORT FOR PEACE IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO
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TITRE DU PROJET
AMELIORATION DES CONDITIONS DES VIES DES POPULATIONS DANS UN CONTEXTE SECURITAIRE CRITIQUE EN RDC
Main mission
To provide a strategic response to the invisible wounds and psychological distress of vulnerable and affected populations
through conflicts.
Vision Perspectives
Promoting psychosocial well-being and community resilience to move away from pure humanitarian emergency and encourage
lasting peace and long-term stabilization.
Collaborative approach
Revitalize the Technical Working Group and work in consortium (with IOM, PNSM, Tanganyika and local actors)
to harmonize interventions and strengthen local capacities.
MHPSS-CRRDC
Tanganyika Branch
Let us nurture our minds to cultivate lasting peace and social cohesion.
Lasting peace begins with a community where every person feels heard, respected, and supported. Through the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Peace in the DRC (SMSPS) project, we place mental health at the heart of building peace, social cohesion, and community resilience.
We work with communities affected by crises and violence to strengthen their psychosocial well-being, prevent tensions, and foster dialogue, listening, and mutual understanding. Our interventions provide safe spaces where women, men, young people, and vulnerable individuals can express their concerns, regain confidence, and develop positive coping mechanisms.
Taking care of our mental health is also taking care of our community. By strengthening the capacities of community actors and encouraging solidarity, dialogue and mutual support, we contribute to building more resilient, peaceful and inclusive communities.
Our commitment
We believe that everyone has a role to play in building peace. Together, let us heal our minds, strengthen our bonds, and cultivate lasting peace in the DRC.
TALK, SHARE, MOVE FORWARD, TOGETHER
Mental Health Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Objective
The main objective is to protect and promote the psychological well-being of individuals and communities.
In concrete terms, Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) aims to:
a. Prevent psychological distress.
b. Supporting recovery after adversity.
c. Strengthen everyone's ability to help each other.
d. To promote a respectful and supportive environment.
IT IS A STATE OF WELL-BEING THAT ALLOWS US TO:
a. Managing the stress of daily life.
b. To work productively.
c. To contribute to the life of one's community.
The key message: Being at peace with yourself is essential to being at peace with yourself in life.
Who are the actors in Mental Health & Psychosocial Support for Peace in the DRC?
What is the role of Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) in my community?
Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) is the invisible cement that strengthens our community.
Who are the Actors in Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)?
We all have a role to play!
• You and those around you: the first line of support through listening and solidarity.
• Community agents (liaison officers, volunteers): trained to offer initial support and guidance.
• Professionals: psychologists, social workers, nurses, doctors.
• Community and religious leaders: to break taboos and provide moral support.
Who are the Targets of Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)?
Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) concerns us ALL, without exception.
It is aimed particularly at:
a) To anyone going through a difficult period (stress, bereavement, conflict, etc.).
b) To vulnerable people (children, the elderly, people with disabilities).
c) To families and loved ones who support a loved one.
d) To entire communities to strengthen their resilience.
Key message:
No one is immune. There is no shame in asking for help.
THE KEY MESSAGE: PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE. LET'S TALK ABOUT IT BEFORE THE SITUATION WORSENS.
A person with good psychosocial well-being is more likely to:
• To participate actively in social and economic life.
• Educate your children in a healthy environment.
• To contribute to peace and social cohesion.
• To become an active participant in the development of one's community.
Investing in Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) is investing in everyone's future.
A cuisine that brings people together: Twa and Bantu, united for social cohesion
Key message:
Mental health is everyone's business. Everyone has a role to play.
Vulnerability and Psychological Suffering
Scrolling Gallery
From August 17th to 23rd, 2026
As part of the "Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Peace in the DRC (SMSPS)" project, an activity to distribute agricultural tools was organized to support manual road maintenance and roadwork on axis 2, linking Kasanganyemba to Kinsunkulu.
This activity aims to strengthen community participation in road maintenance, improve its condition, and facilitate access to isolated communities. Manual road maintenance includes, in particular, upkeep of the roadside, shoulders, and drainage systems.
Providing the necessary tools allows beneficiary communities to actively participate in the work while contributing to strengthening social cohesion, resilience and peace within the communities.
Axis: Kasanganyemba to Kinsunkulu
Activity: Distribution of agricultural tools for manual road maintenance
Project: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Peace in the DRC (SMSPS)
Training of community focal points on "Concepts on mental health, Psychological First Aid, GBV and PSEA, social cohesion, community engagement, general concepts on conflict, resolution and mediation and PSBC".
Context :
The Democratic Republic of Congo has faced multifaceted crises for several decades, stemming from armed and ethnic conflicts. These crises have resulted in numerous deaths and traumas, to name just a few.
Tanganyika province has not been spared these atrocities; it faces persistent challenges related to the consequences of intercommunal conflicts, prolonged displacement, and recurring health emergencies. These factors have contributed to weakening social cohesion and increasing the psychosocial vulnerability of the population.
From: 29/07 to 02/08/2026
Dans le cadre du Projet Santé Mentale et Soutien Psychosocial pour la Paix en RDC (SMSPS), une formation destinée aux points focaux communautaires a été organisée afin de renforcer leurs connaissances et leurs capacités d’intervention au sein des communautés.
La formation s’est déroulée sur deux axes d’intervention, à savoir :
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Axe 1 : Kambu
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Axe 2 : Kisunkulu
Au cours de cette formation, les participants ont été sensibilisés et formés sur plusieurs thématiques essentielles, notamment :
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les notions de base en santé mentale.
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les Premiers Secours Psychologiques (PSP).
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la prévention et la lutte contre les violences basées sur le genre (VBG).
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la prévention de l’exploitation et des abus sexuels (PSEA).
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la cohésion sociale et le vivre-ensemble.
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l’engagement et la participation communautaire.
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les notions générales sur les conflits.
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la prévention et la résolution des conflits.
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les techniques de médiation communautaire.
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ainsi que les notions de PSBC.
Cette formation vise à permettre aux points focaux communautaires de mieux comprendre les problématiques liées à la santé mentale, aux conflits et à la cohésion sociale, tout en renforçant leur capacité à écouter, orienter, sensibiliser et accompagner les membres de leurs communautés de manière appropriée.
À travers cette initiative, le projet contribue au renforcement des mécanismes communautaires de prévention des conflits, de protection et de soutien psychosocial, en favorisant un environnement plus sûr, inclusif, solidaire et pacifique.
La formation constitue ainsi une étape importante dans la mise en œuvre des activités du projet sur les axes Kambu et Kisunkulu, avec l’implication active des acteurs communautaires.
On the occasion of World Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Day, a cultural activity was organized in Mulange Village.
The event provided a valuable opportunity for the Twa and Bantu communities to showcase and celebrate their cultures through their traditions, dances, songs, clothing, musical instruments, and cultural practices.
The gathering highlighted the richness of cultural diversity and helped strengthen relationships between communities. Culture is an important way to promote dialogue, mutual respect, social cohesion, and peace.
Let’s Talk Culture: Let us celebrate our differences, share our traditions, and work together to build a more united and supportive community.
À l’occasion de la Journée mondiale de la Santé mentale et du Soutien psychosocial (SMSPS), une activité culturelle a été organisée au village de Mulange.
Cette journée a été une belle occasion pour les communautés Twa et Bantu de présenter et de valoriser leurs cultures à travers leurs traditions, danses, chants, tenues, instruments et pratiques culturelles.
This meeting highlighted the richness of cultural diversity and strengthened ties between communities. Culture is an important means of promoting dialogue, mutual respect, social cohesion, and peace.
Let's Talk Culture: let's celebrate our differences, share our traditions and build together a more united and supportive community.
Let's talk
Culture
Raising awareness about the prevention of conflict-related sexual violence within the 22nd Brigade in Kalemie
Preserving the future of children and strengthening the protection of vulnerable people
Kalemie, Tanganyika – DRC | June 19, 2026
As part of the implementation of the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Peace Project in the DRC (SMSPS), an awareness and training session on the prevention of conflict-related sexual violence was organised at the Kalemie military camp in Tanganyika province, with the participation of members of the 22nd Brigade.
This activity was part of the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, celebrated on June 19, 2026, and aimed to strengthen participants' knowledge on the prevention and protection of children from sexual violence in conflict situations.
"Conflict-related sexual violence against children: preserving their future and empowering their caregivers."
A commitment to peace and protection
Through the SMSPS project for Peace in the DRC, awareness-raising and capacity-building activities continue with various community and institutional actors in order to contribute to better protection of populations and the promotion of a culture of peace in the province of Tanganyika.
APPRENTISSAGE EN TRICOTAGE POUR
L’AUTONOMISATION DES COMMUNAUTÉS
Projet Santé Mentale et Soutien Psychosocial pour la Paix en RDC
Dans le cadre du Projet Santé Mentale et Soutien Psychosocial pour la Paix en RDC, financé par la KfW, avec l’appui technique de l’OIM et mis en œuvre par la Croix-Rouge de la RDC/ Tanganyika, une activité d’apprentissage du tricotage a été organisée au profit des communautés de différents Villages.
L’activité a été réalisée dans les localités suivantes :
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- Kasama, Kawama, Mulange, Nyemba et Benze.
Cet apprentissage vise à permettre aux participants de développer des compétences pratiques, de renforcer leur confiance en eux et de favoriser leur autonomisation économique et sociale.
À travers cette activité, le projet contribue également au bien-être psychosocial, à la cohésion sociale et au renforcement des moyens de subsistance au sein des communautés.
Cette initiative illustre l’importance des activités génératrices de compétences dans le renforcement de la résilience et du bien-être des communautés.
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