Who We Are

Background
PDO is a mental health organization operating in Nakuru County. PDO Kenya promotes mental wellness and assist those affected to recover and claim back their health and dignity. 
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PDO was formed by individuals that have faced the real challenges of living with mental illness and psychotherapists, both driven by a passion to make a difference in the lives of those affected.

Vision
​To see people with mental illnesses and psycho-social disabilities participating in every aspect of economic, social, political and cultural life

Mission
To provide a platform for people with mental illness and psychosocial disabilities to access professional help, study in conducive learning environment, gain confidence to lead independent, fulfilling social and professional lives through psychotherapy, access to drugs, awareness campaigns, education, skills development, psychiatric disability rights advocacy, social integration and employment generation. ​
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Goal
To promote mental health through service, advocacy, and education and assist people with mental illness in leading more productive and autonomous life.

Objectives 

1. To provide  free mental health services to the needy;
2. To advocate for the rights of people with mental illness to reduce stigma and discrimination;
3. To actively promote and inculcate a culture of mental wellness among Kenyans through preventive strategies;​

Core values
We uphold the following core values, and consider them the foundation of our existence:

1. Service - to provide help, resources,  and benefits to help people achieve maximum potential
2.  Social Justice - to uphold equal rights, protection, opportunity, social benefits to everyone
3. Dignity and worth - every person is unique and worthwhile
4.  Importance of human relationships - to value the exchange between social worker and client
5. Integrity - maintain trustworthiness 
6. Competence - practice within the scope of known skills and abilities