Strengthening Mental Healthcare Across Eastern Africa
A regional network of early-career psychiatrists and psychiatry trainees working together to advance mental healthcare through education, mentorship, research, leadership, collaboration and advocacy.
A regional community for young psychiatrists and psychiatry trainees
The Eastern Africa Young Psychiatrists and Trainees Association (EAYPTA) is a regional network of early-career psychiatrists and psychiatry trainees dedicated to advancing mental healthcare across Eastern Africa.
EAYPTA provides a platform for young mental health professionals to connect, learn, collaborate and contribute to the development of mental healthcare in the region.
The association promotes professional development through education, mentorship, research, leadership, collaboration and advocacy.
Our Regional Network
EAYPTA is currently active in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda, bringing together young mental health professionals and creating opportunities for regional collaboration.
Building the Next Generation of Mental Health Leaders
EAYPTA supports the growth of young psychiatrists and trainees while contributing to stronger mental health systems across Eastern Africa.
Education & Training
Supporting continuing professional development and opportunities for learning among young psychiatrists and trainees.
Mentorship
Creating opportunities for mentorship, professional guidance and meaningful connections within the mental health community.
Research
Promoting regional collaborative research and strengthening mental health research capacity.
Leadership
Developing the leadership capacity of young psychiatrists and creating opportunities for meaningful professional participation.
Collaboration
Connecting mental health professionals and organisations across Eastern Africa and beyond.
Advocacy
Supporting initiatives that contribute to stronger mental health services and outcomes across the region.
Our Objectives
EAYPTA works to strengthen mental healthcare, professional development and collaboration throughout Eastern Africa.
Improve Mental Health Service Delivery
Improve mental health service delivery in the region through continuing professional development.
Strengthen Research Capacity
Improve mental health research capacity through the promotion of regional collaborative research.
Professional & Academic Development
Promote professional, academic and social development among young psychiatrists through regular meetings, conferences, seminars and workshops.
Social Well-being
Enhance members' social well-being by organising regular social activities.
Mental Health Training
Equip non-psychiatric health workers with basic mental health knowledge through training and networking.
Curriculum Development
Participate in mental health curriculum development in learning institutions across the region.
Connecting Eastern Africa
EAYPTA is currently active across four countries, creating a regional network for young psychiatrists, trainees and mental health professionals.
Regional Collaboration
EAYPTA works closely with national psychiatric associations and partner organisations to strengthen the capacity of young mental health professionals.
Building Professional Networks
EAYPTA facilitates regular interaction among mental health workers in the region and beyond, creating opportunities to exchange knowledge, experiences and ideas.
Strengthening Mental Healthcare
Through education, research, networking and professional development, EAYPTA contributes to strengthening the capacity of mental health professionals and improving mental health services and outcomes.
Together, we can strengthen mental healthcare in Eastern Africa.
Connect with fellow young psychiatrists and trainees, participate in professional development opportunities, contribute to research and help shape the future of mental healthcare in the region.
Join EAYPTAExecutive Committee
Meet the executive committee providing leadership, coordination and strategic direction for EAYPTA across Eastern Africa.
Dr. Isack Rugemalila
Dr. Angeline Tenge
Dr. Dorena L. Rutakyamirwa
Dr. Emmanuel R. Musoni
Dr. Moses Muwanguzi
Dr. Samuel Kamoche
Dr. Grace Mbabazi
