An outstanding, nearly cost- free, but very impactful and creative program for the mental well-being of children: acrobats lessons in Nairobi’s slum Mukuru Sinai.

One of our 8 NGO partners, VICCO, runs many diverse projects to support youth and women in one of Kenya’s largest slum areas: from urban farming and nutrition to health and hygiene, from young mother support to a Making More Health Shop as a social business…

A special focus is also on sports and creativity. Wall paintings on health and nutrition, a Making More Health youth knitting club – and the VICCO acrobats group.

Acrobats’ lessons as driver for empathy and mental well- being

The unique and very special Mental health Training happens every day in the late afternoon: two hours of acrobats training for more than 30 children between 5 and 14 years who meet in the middle of a slum area that is prepared with straw… the children learn from acrobats trainers not just amazing athletic skillst, but also team spirit and leadership skills, empathy and community engagement. A moment of mental health that for some of them changes the whole mindset and gives them a lot of self confidence.

Recently, I visited the group and got some very interesting insights about the impact of the acrobat lessons.

Listen to the video/interview with one of the trainers!

By the way: we are looking for donations for buying some materials and shirts for the acrobats group. If you are interested to help, please contact.