DIVA’s Care Foundation, in partnership with DC Hospital, has organised a free community health screening exercise at Weija SCC, with a special focus on mental health awareness and education.
The outreach forms part of an ongoing effort to expand healthcare access and promote preventive health among underserved communities.
The weekend exercise offered free health screening for hepatitis, malaria, blood pressure and general wellness. Medical professionals from DC Hospital, supported by volunteers from DIVA’s Care Foundation, attended to more than 100 residents at Weija.
Organisers described the initiative as a major step in encouraging early detection and improving community health literacy.
Speaking at the event, Team Lead of DIVA’s Care Foundation, Gloria Ahali, underscored the organisation’s growing commitment to mental health advocacy, especially for women and children.
She highlighted the urgent need for increased psychological support for vulnerable groups, noting that mental health remains one of the most overlooked health priorities in Ghana.
Madam Ahali stressed that mental health should be treated with the same seriousness as physical health. She expressed concern about the silent suffering many families endure due to stigma, misinformation and limited access to support systems.
“Our mission is clear — to create awareness, educate families, and ensure that women and children struggling with mental health challenges receive timely help,” she said.
“Mental health has been sidelined for too long. True community empowerment begins with safeguarding emotional and psychological well-being.”
She reiterated the foundation’s long-term vision of ensuring accessible mental health support, community education and early intervention services nationwide.
Through continuous advocacy and specialised outreach programmes, DIVA’s Care Foundation aims to break stigma and strengthen community resilience.
Madam Ahali used the platform to call for closer collaboration with government institutions, private organisations, NGOs and community groups.
She emphasised that expanding mental health programmes across the country will require sustained partnerships and dedicated resources.
Residents who participated in the health screening at Weija expressed appreciation to both organisations. Many said the exercise gave them valuable insights into their health, while the mental health education session helped them better understand issues such as stress, trauma, family-related pressures and the emotional needs of children.
Organisers noted that the success of the programme has reinforced their commitment to replicating similar outreach activities in other communities as part of a broader mission to promote holistic health.
DIVA’s Care Foundation reaffirmed its dedication to strengthening mental health advocacy and expanding partnerships with health institutions, with future initiatives expected to place even greater focus on mental health education and support.
