Areas of Focus
iMind Malawi addresses the growing mental health crisis among young people in Malawi and Southern Africa through evidence-based interventions, awareness campaigns, and accessible treatment services. The organization is committed to reducing stigma, enhancing mental health literacy, and improving access to preventive and therapeutic services for young people aged 12–35, with a particular focus on underserved and vulnerable communities. Guided by core values of trust, empathy, innovation, collaboration, and youth-centered care, iMind works to ensure that mental health support is available, accessible, and effective for the young people who need it most.
Executive Director
Cohort Year
2026
Mercy Mkandawire is a Z Zurich Foundation scholar, a One Young World ambassador, a TEDx Bwaila 2025 speaker, a marketer, and a social entrepreneur passionate about health and well-being. She is the founder and executive director of iMind, an organisation dedicated to promoting good mental well-being among young people. Mercy has also served as a Youth Executive Committee Member of the International Association for Youth Mental Health. Mercy believes that every individual deserves to enjoy their right to health and she is committed to making that a reality for the youth of Malawi and the world.
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