The Missing Piece of Maternal Health: Men
“Men have been left out of conversations about health for the longest time, and it’s one reason why we have so many problems that we can't seem to get rid of,” says Paul Njogu, Medical Psychologist at The Leo Project (TLP). As the impetus for so many of our community-based programs, that realization sparked a question for the TLP team: What would happen if men were finally invited to the conversation?
Building Robots, Building Confidence
The Leo Project's Mind + Machine program pairs hands-on robotics with social-emotional learning for students ages 9 to 13 in rural Laikipia County, Kenya. Over five weeks, students went from never having touched a computer to building, programming, and troubleshooting their own robots. As TLP instructor Francis Macharia shared, they "didn't just build robots, they built innovation, curiosity, and confidence."
Strengthening the Front Line of Maternal and Newborn Health
When women who are already trusted are given accurate information, practical skills, and the confidence to act, the impact extends far beyond a single birth. It reaches families, communities, and future generations.
TLP Receives Funding from the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) to Strengthen Maternal Mental Health in Kenya
We’re proud to announce new funding from the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) for our Mental Health and Newborn Thriving Program, an initiative designed to improve mental health care for mothers and newborns across Laikipia County, Kenya.
From Stigma to Support: The Impact of Mental Health Literacy
The Leo Project’s Community Mental Health Literacy course is creating a culture of understanding and support.
Men’s Mental Health Matters
At The Leo Project (TLP), men’s mental health is part of our daily work. Through clinical support and education we are breaking down stigma and creating spaces where men and boys feel seen, heard, and understood.