Vision, Mission & Core Values

Vision

To be a centre of excellence in trauma-informed, rights-based mental health and psychosocial services, fostering a resilient and inclusive community in the Amhara Region.

Mission

MHPSSA works to strengthen mental health and psychosocial wellbeing by:

  • Delivering culturally sensitive, evidence-based, and community-driven MHPSS services
  • Promoting awareness, education, and stigma reduction
  • Building local capacity through training, research, and advocacy
  • Partnering with local, regional, and international stakeholders for sustainable impact

Core Values

  • Respect & Dignity – Upholding the inherent worth of every individual
  • Inclusiveness – Prioritizing marginalized and vulnerable populations
  • Cultural Sensitivity – Respecting cultural, social, and spiritual contexts
  • Empowerment – Strengthening individual and community capacity
  • Collaboration – Working with government, NGOs, academia, and communities
  • Integrity – Ensuring ethical, transparent, and accountable practice