The South African Federation for Mental Health is proud to
announce its 90th year of existence in 2010.
This National organisation started out in 1920, first referred
to as the South African National Committee for Mental Hygiene
and the Care of the feeble-minded. In 1992 the name officially
changed to the South African Federation for Mental Health. This
National Committee formed a link between Government and mental
hygiene societies functioning at the local level. It was also
responsible for preventive programmes and public education on
mental health issues.
We’ve come a long way over 90 years and it has been quite
a journey. Yet, the journey is far from over as we are still
fighting stigma and discrimination on a daily basis –
fighting for the rights of each and every person with a mental
health disability. Fighting for hope and a brighter future…
Standing at the beginning of another new year, we are excited
for the opportunities and challenges that will come our way
– we are prepared to face them.
Thank you for your belief in our important cause. Without your
loyal support we could never continue the work that we do.