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D'Griots Child's Outreach A child-friendly NGO committed to the use of ARTS and ACTIVISM to curb LOST CHILDHOOD in our society towards achieve a GREAT SOCIETY

10/10/2026

CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS...

Being World Mental Health Day, one message we should consider today is...

CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS most.

Watch a re-broadcast of
"LOST CHILDHOOD, LASTING WOUNDS
(Understanding Lost Childhood and Lifelong Mental Health) today by 7pm

D'Griots Child's Outreach

07/10/2026

In commemoration of World Mental Health Day 2026, D'Griots Child's Outreach, an Anti-LOST CHILDHOOD initiative, will host a Public Discourse themed "LOST CHILDHOOD, LASTING WOUNDS: Understanding Lost Childhood and Lifelong Mental Health".

The virtual discourse is scheduled to hold on Wednesday, 7th October, 2026 by 6PM WAT and will be streamed LIVE on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn via D'Griots Child's Outreach.

Featuring leading mental health voices: Akanimo Oriowo (Dee Counselor), Executive Director, Rebuilders Foundation and Udeme Okono, Psychotherapist and Founder, Teletherapy Nigeria, this discourse is an intervention programme designed to offer direct benefits to childhood development and lifelong mental health

The enormous benefits of the session includes:

* Parents and caregivers being able to recognize when a child is being forced to grow too fast and learn simple, practical ways to restore safety, play and emotional support at home.

** Equip teachers, faith leaders and community workers with skills to identify hidden childhood wounds and respond with care, not punishment.

*** It will help young people understand how early life experiences shape adult mental health, self-esteem and relationships, and where to seek support without shame.

When a child loses the chance to be a child, the wound does not disappear — it follows them into adulthood. This discourse is about naming that wound, understanding it, and collectively giving childhood back. Healing must start early.

The public is invited to join the live conversation, ask questions, and be part of the movement to protect the childhoods of tomorrow.

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THE "WHY TODAY MATTERS"...Today, we choose to talk about what many ignore.A child forced to become an adult too early do...
07/10/2026

THE "WHY TODAY MATTERS"...

Today, we choose to talk about what many ignore.

A child forced to become an adult too early doesn't just lose playtime — they lose safety, identity, and peace of mind.

That loss becomes anxiety at 15.
Depression at 25.
Broken trust at 35.
And a wound that still hurts at 60.

This is why we discourse LOST CHILDHOOD, LASTING WOUNDS TODAY.

Join us by 6PM WAT.

LOST CHILDHOOD, LASTING WOUNDS
A D'Griots Child's Outreach World Mental Health Day 2026 Discourse

Live on Facebook

CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS - AND THAT'S WHY WE ARE LIVE TODAYChildren's mental health is not TOMORROW'S PROBLEMS. ...
07/10/2026

CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS - AND THAT'S WHY WE ARE LIVE TODAY

Children's mental health is not TOMORROW'S PROBLEMS. It is TODAY'S EMERGENCY.

A child who loses their childhood today — to neglect, to abuse, to carrying adult burdens too early — becomes an adult who battles anxiety, depression, and broken relationships tomorrow.

That is why CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS is not just a slogan. It is the heart of our work at D'Griots Child's Outreach

TODAY, we go deeper.

Join our World Mental Health Day 2026 Public Discourse:

LOST CHILDHOOD, LASTING WOUNDS
(Understanding Lost Childhood and Lifelong Mental Health)

With Akanimo Oriowo (Dee Counselor), you will learn how to spot the hidden signs of childhood trauma and how families and communities can rebuild children with love and intentional care.

With Udemeobong Okono, you will understand the psychological link between lost childhood and lifelong mental health, and learn practical, professional pathways to healing and early intervention.

If you care about children, raise children, teach children, or you were once a child who had to grow up too fast — this conversation is for you.

TODAY; Wednesday, 7th October 2026 | 6PM WAT
LIVE on Facebook

Children's mental health matters.
Let's protect it.
Let's heal it.
Together!!!

PRESS RELEASED'GRIOTS CHILD'S OUTREACH MARKS WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY 2026 WITH PUBLIC DISCOURSE ON LOST CHILDHOODUyo — T...
07/10/2026

PRESS RELEASE

D'GRIOTS CHILD'S OUTREACH MARKS WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY 2026 WITH PUBLIC DISCOURSE ON LOST CHILDHOOD

Uyo — Today, Wednesday 7th October, 2026, D'Griots Child's Outreach, an Anti-LOST CHILDHOOD initiative, will host a Public Discourse to commemorate World Mental Health Day 2026.

Theme: Lost Childhood, Lasting Wounds (Understanding Lost Childhood and Lifelong Mental Health).

Time: 6PM WAT
Live on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn @ D'Griots Child's Outreach

The discourse will feature Akanimo Oriowo (Dee Counselor), Executive Director, Rebuilders Foundation and Udeme Okono, Psychotherapist and Founder, Teletherapy Nigeria.

This conversation will explore how experiences like neglect, abuse, parentification, and being forced to grow too fast in childhood become the hidden roots of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relationship struggles in adulthood — and how early intervention can break the cycle.

The public, especially parents, teachers, youth advocates, caregivers and mental health professionals, is invited to join.

It is not TOO EARLY to 'discourse' MENTAL HEALTH and CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

BE OUR GUEST!

PRESS RELEASED'GRIOTS CHILD'S OUTREACH TO HOST PUBLIC DISCOURSE TO MARK WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY 2026Theme: Lost Childhoo...
05/10/2026

PRESS RELEASE

D'GRIOTS CHILD'S OUTREACH TO HOST PUBLIC DISCOURSE TO MARK WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY 2026

Theme: Lost Childhood, Lasting Wounds (Understanding Lost Childhood and Lifelong Mental Health)

Uyo, Akwa Ibom State —In commemoration of World Mental Health Day 2026, D'Griots Child's Outreach, an Anti-LOST CHILDHOOD initiative, will host a Public Discourse themed "LOST CHILDHOOD, LASTING WOUNDS: Understanding Lost Childhood and Lifelong Mental Health".

The virtual discourse is scheduled to hold on Wednesday, 7th October, 2026 by 6PM WAT and will be streamed LIVE on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn via D'Griots Child's Outreach.

Featuring leading mental health voices: Akanimo Oriowo (Dee Counselor), Executive Director, Rebuilders Foundation and Udeme Okono, Psychotherapist and Founder, Teletherapy Nigeria, this discourse is an intervention programme designed to offer direct benefits to childhood development and lifelong mental health

The enormous benefits of the session includes:

* Parents and caregivers being able to recognize when a child is being forced to grow too fast and learn simple, practical ways to restore safety, play and emotional support at home.

** Equip teachers, faith leaders and community workers with skills to identify hidden childhood wounds and respond with care, not punishment.

*** It will help young people understand how early life experiences shape adult mental health, self-esteem and relationships, and where to seek support without shame.

When a child loses the chance to be a child, the wound does not disappear — it follows them into adulthood. This discourse is about naming that wound, understanding it, and collectively giving childhood back. Healing must start early.

The public is invited to join the live conversation, ask questions, and be part of the movement to protect the childhoods of tomorrow.

EVENT DETAILS:

TIME: 6PM WAT
DATE:Wednesday, 7th October, 2026
VENUE: Live on D'Griots Child's Outreach social media handles (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn)

Join us for an open conversation on healing, awareness, and protecting the childhoods of tomorrow.

NEXT BIG THING!Announcing CONSCIOUS GIRLHOOD: THE MAKING of a MATRIARCH Behind every strong woman is a girl who was see...
15/09/2026

NEXT BIG THING!

Announcing CONSCIOUS GIRLHOOD: THE MAKING of a MATRIARCH

Behind every strong woman is a girl who was seen, heard, and nurtured with intention.

Being a WOMAN isn't a 'quick-win investment'. It is a RESULT of MANY CONSCIOUS GIRLHOOD PREPARATIONS

This October, we’re having real conversations about what it means to raise conscious girls into conscious leaders.

CONSCIOUS GIRLHOOD: THE MAKING of a MATRIARCH is designed for the GIRLCHILD and those who love her in commemoration of the 2026 International Day of the Girl-Child

Coming to you, SOON

06/09/2026

REMINISCENCE...

During the just concluded boot-camp, we were conscious to introduce a BREAKOUT SESSION where the boys and girls will have 'private' sessions with a Facilitator.
Our Facilitator sent in this review:

"During the breakout session, I took the boys out to a shade under the tree where we sat to have the boys talk on my assigned topic.

I took them a journey through the Adam's Apple and what it means on the way to manhood. Added a fairytale to storyline (for fun and attention)

Then took them on the myths of manhood; men don't cry nor show weakness, men should show power and control and men are super being and shouldn't seek for help.

We journey through the pillars of manhood: Emotional mastery, ownership and purpose, protection and respect and then discipline over skills.

All these were transferred in a conversational manner and the children engaged via questions and answers session.

In the whole, it was a great time for me doing time with the children.

Ediongsenyene Ndunobong

05/09/2026

REMINISCENCE...

After all set and done, we have this message from the Country Director of D’griots Child’s Outreach...

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