Frequently Asked Questions

The Gathering is an invitation to thought leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, activists, and change makers in Kenya and around the world. We welcome this intimate audience for a unique evening of exploration around a mixed media exhibition “Yesterday. Today. Tomorrow.”. The exhibition will explore the history of therapies and mental health from indigenous practices and colonial rule, to how it shapes our current experience, and the hope for our future.

A ticket is Ksh 10,000 per person

Be inspired by our speakers and our guests who are making the world better and working at the frontier of impact that shapes our collective future. Engage in a mixed media exhibition showcasing our rich history and a path forward. Participate in a curated silent auction with auction items ranging from unique experiences to premium prizes. Finally, a gala dinner isn’t complete without a personalized three course gourmet meal.

Yes! You can donate to Shamiri’s mission through this link.https://www.shamiri.institute/get-involved

If you’re interested in being a part of the gala dinner, please contact our Director of Communications, Soni on soni.adriance@shamiri.institute

The communications team is happy to assist the media in covering The Gathering event. Whether you are looking for a story idea, seeking an expert, or interested in attending the event, connect with a member of the team who can help you meet your deadline.
Email the Director of Communications - Soni Adriance: soni.adriance@shamiri.institute

Shamiri means "thrive". Since 2019, we have provided accessible and effective mental health care to 100,000s of young people across Africa and beyond.

Our model: We train 18-to-22-year-olds as lay-providers to deliver effective low-touch therapy within a tiered caregiving model.

• Lay-providers: 18-22-year-olds provide group therapy with just 10 hours of training. Our Shamiri Fellows lead therapy groups consisting of youths aged 6-to-15. Each group session lasts for one hour. Protocols for recruiting, training, and supervising Shamiri Fellows have been peer-reviewed in clinical journals.
• Low-touch therapy: This includes brief, low-stigma interventions targeting overall human functioning. Our low-touch therapy is the Shamiri intervention, which consists of three simple, positive psychological elements: 1) growth mindset, 2) gratitude, and 3) value affirmations. These elements target core beliefs about self and the world to generate an upward spiral of positive beliefs, thoughts, and behavior.
• Tiered caregiving: Lay-providers are supported by a clinical supervisor and clinical network ties. Clinical Supervisors provide clinical oversight and one-on-one psychotherapy. Triaging to Clinical Experts (psychologists & psychiatrists) allows for escalation and intensive care.