Elman Peace

MIND TRUST

A MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING CLUB

An Elman Peace initiative providing expertly trained, evidence-driven, and community-rooted mental health support -- scaling healing for frontline workers and beyond.

We take a holistic approach to mental health support, integrating professional expertise with cultural insights to foster a meaningful and lasting impact within our communities.

The Pillars

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Assessment & Onboarding

Active outreach to frontline workers, NGOs, and community leaders, breaking down traditional barriers and creating inclusive pathways for those typically excluded from mental health training.

02

Training & Development

Building upon proven methodologies and providing comprehensive development journeys that integrate professional certification with cultural wisdom and community-centered approaches.

03

Support & Implementation

Structured deployment through our established networks, ensuring sustainable impact with supervised practice sessions and continuous professional development.

04

Community Integration

Leveraging our Mogadishu compound for support groups, retreats, and innovative healing approaches including ocean therapy, creating a nurturing environment for practitioners.

05

Digital Access & Innovation

Expanding the project's reach through WhatsApp integration, local telecom partnerships, and culturally-appropriate digital tools, ensuring accessibility for all community members.

How It Works

Democratizing wellbeing through a comprehensive and culturally-rooted approach that supports the supporters and transforms communities.

01

Assessment and Onboarding

Through our extensive networks, we create pathways for case workers, NGOs, child protection actors, peace builders, and government agencies to participate in our transformative programs.

  • Inclusive selection process
  • Focus on local expertise and wisdom
  • Breaking down access barriers
  • Engaging traditional healers
  • Community-led identification
02

Training & Development

Our training combines proven methodologies with local wisdom, creating a comprehensive development journey that honors both professional growth and cultural heritage.

  • Organization certified modules
  • Cultural competency focus
  • Local wisdom integration
  • Peer-to-peer learning
  • Trauma-informed approaches
03

Support & Implementation

By cultivating established community networks, we ensure sustainable impact with structured deployment, supervised practice, and ongoing professional support.

  • Community-based deployment
  • Supervised practice sessions
  • Direct mentorship
  • Impact monitoring
  • Continuous development
04

Community Integration

At the Mogadishu compound, we provide comprehensive support systems combining innovative therapeutic approaches with traditional community structures.

  • On site compound activities
  • Ocean therapy sessions
  • Cultural healing practices
  • Community support networks
  • Cross-cultural exchange
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Quality Assurance

Our quality assurance system ensures alignment through continuous assessment, community feedback, and program adaptation.

  • Relavant standards
  • Community feedback systems
  • Cultural competency checks
  • Impact assessment
  • Continuous improvement

Expanding Our Impact

Elman Peace is expanding beyond Mogadishu to serve conflict epicenters, diaspora communities, and displaced populations through innovative solutions and community partnerships.

  • Somali-first approach
  • Community partnerships
  • Cultural integration
  • Local leadership
  • Sustainable impact

Join Our Network

Be part of our mission to democratize wellbeing and support those who support others.