The SHM Foundation's 2023-2024 Annual Report reflects a year of impactful, community-driven work across Mental Health and Wellbeing, Education and Livelihoods, and the Arts. These are more than just focus areas—they're pathways to meaningful change. We create safe spaces for emotional support, build skills for sustainable livelihoods, and spark conversations that challenge stigma and inspire new ways of thinking.

Our mission is to support people and communities in developing solutions to the challenges they face, in the ways that work for them. This year, we've seen the powerful ripple effects that occur when individuals and communities feel heard, supported, and empowered to take action.

Highlights:

In South Africa, we've strengthened a mentorship programme for adolescents and young people living with HIV through our Khuluma project. This initiative supports career exploration, wellbeing, and skill development, while also creating a network of peer support.

At Ember, our global mental health initiative, we expanded our reach, receiving 1,860 applications from 80 countries in our latest call-out. This overwhelming response shows the need for community-based mental health solutions and the innovation driving grassroots efforts worldwide.

As we reflect on the past year, we celebrate the resilience of our partners and the strength of the communities we serve. Explore the Annual Report to learn more about our journey and impact.