Good mental health is the foundation of thriving families and communities.
Our mission is to transform lives by promoting positive values and proven techniques that foster well-being, resilience, and a stress-free, violence-free society.
BUILDING A STRESS-FREE, VIOLENCE-FREE SOCIETY
Our mission is to transform lives by promoting positive human values and providing tools to support individual and community well-being, creating a stress-free, violence-free society. Our globally adopted approach, spanning 152 countries, empowers individuals and communities to manage stress, release trauma, and cultivate peace through values like kindness, humility, and understanding.
JOIN US IN OUR INITIATIVES
At IAHV, We are transforming lives of Youth in Kenya
through multiple initiatives.
Youth Leadership Training Program
YLTP is aimed at developing life skills, communication tools, and mental well-being practices to achieve goals with confidence.
The Art Of Living Youth Programs
In March 2024, Art of Living partnered with Samba Sports Youth Agenda to empower young people to actively engage in the SDGs.
SKY Campus Happiness Program
Evidence shows that 40% of university students in Kenya face mental health challenges, highlighting a significant concern.
ART Excel Program
The ART Excel Program equips the next generation with essential tools to build a happier, healthier, and brighter future.
Youth Level Two Programs
In a world full of noise and distractions, the Youth Level 2 Programs provide a rare chance to pause, reset, and reconnect deeply.
THE CURRENT LANDSCAPE
According to a report by the World Health Organisation in 2017 it indicates that 1 out of 4 people who seek healthcare in Kenya have a mental health condition, depression and or anxiety alongside substance misuse. Noting, the young population in Kenya, the rise of mental health conditions is having a significant impact on the wellbeing of Youth ( REF: EClinicalMedicine, The Lancet, 2019).
In 2019, amongst 10–24 year-olds in Kenya, mental disorders ranked as the second leading cause of a disability ( REF :Lancet).
The demand for mental well-being support and services is on the rise. This comes at a time when financial pressures means investment into mental well-being is limited and workforce shortages means demand is outstripping support / services, (Lancet, 2019). A recent study in 2024, indicated that there are only 150 psychiatrists in Kenya. Most are based within Nairobi, the capital city. Outside of Nairobi, there is one psychiatrist per million population.
Moreover, due to cultural barriers, there is limited awareness of mental health and tools and ways to mental well-being. Low awareness, shortage of mental health professionals and high treatment costs is resulting in high suicide rates, poor mental health outcomes and a community where stigma against mental health continues.
IMPROVING MENTAL HEALTH THROUGH THE BREATH
Breathing techniques are effective for relaxation, stress management, and improving mental health, particularly in managing anxiety and depression. The SKY Breathing/Meditation technique uses rhythmic breath patterns to calm the mind and body. Research shows it reduces anxiety and stress, improving mental and physical well-being, and is a low-cost, self-empowering approach to enhancing emotional health. SKY technique have shown that SKY meditation / breathwork:
- Improves physical wellbeing
- Improves mental wellbeing
- Improves Neurophysiological function
OUR IMPACT
