Grow a Network of Mental Health Advocates
Every cohort of Peer Support Training builds the confidence of young leaders to listen, de-escalate, and guide their peers to appropriate resources. We center the Tanzanian context by highlighting culturally relevant examples, integrating Kiswahili terminology, and normalizing help-seeking for both common and acute struggles.
- Delivered quarterly in Dar es Salaam with hybrid participation options.
- Facilitated by licensed therapists, trauma-informed practitioners, and youth alumni.
- Free to attend thanks to donors and partners that subsidize materials.
Training Journey
Foundation Session
Participants explore core concepts—mental health vocabulary, ethics of listening, boundaries, and referral mapping. We anchor every concept to real scenarios that students and youth workers encounter daily.
Skill Building Labs
Roleplays, case studies, and safety planning exercises simulate crisis and non-crisis conversations. We practice grounding exercises and group facilitation so supporters can hold space confidently.
Community Project
Each cohort designs a micro-initiative—from awareness campaigns to campus listening circles—ensuring the training translates into sustained impact.
Participant Support
What You Receive
- Digital toolkit including referral directories, facilitation guides, and crisis scripts.
- Wellness stipend covering transport and meals during in-person days.
- 3-month mentorship from alumni peer supporters and therapists.
- Certificate of completion and opportunities to volunteer with Wellness Within.
Key Dates
- Applications open: 1 June 2025
- Training weekend: 19 – 21 July 2025
- Virtual follow-up circles: August & September 2025
Partner With Us
We collaborate with universities, youth-serving NGOs, and community leaders to host satellite trainings across Tanzania. Partners help us recruit participants, secure venues, and keep the program free of charge.
Interested in bringing Peer Support Training to your region? Email info@wellnesswithin.africa or schedule a call through our contact page.