Alice Male

Alice Male is the Programme Director at Community Consortium Uganda (CCU), where she plays a pivotal role in implementing mental health initiatives in schools. Recently, she has been in the news for her involvement in the launch of the 'Obstacle Race against Stigma and Shame (ORASS)' programme in Dar es Salaam, aimed at addressing the rising mental health crisis among pupils in Tanzania. Male emphasizes the urgent need to combat mental health stigma, which she refers to as a 'silent killer,' and advocates for early intervention through training teachers and engaging communities.