Victoria Mupinde
Zambia
Medical Social Worker & Mental health Advocate- a cohort 10 Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI) Alumnus is a medical social worker specializing in mental health, with a strong passion for promoting emotional-wellbeing and resilience within communities. With extensive experience in mental health advocacy and interventions, she has worked with diverse populations, providing critical support to individuals navigating mental health challenges. Victoria is the founder and managing consultant of Mindspace Wellness Solutions, a wellness center committed to fostering holistic mental health through counseling, emotional intelligence coaching and corporate mental health solutions. Her start-up focuses on innovative approaches in mental wellness, integrating both traditional therapeutic interventions and modern digital solutions to ensure accessible care for all. Through a strategic partnership with Aspramed, Victoria has expanded Mindspace by offering digital mental health services, allowing clients to access tele-therapy, mental health resources and virtual consultations. This digital health component ensures that mental health support is available beyond physical barriers, reaching individuals in underserved and remote areas. Victoria’s work reflects her dedication to braking the stigma around mental health and creating inclusive spaces where individuals can thrive emotionally, mentally and socially.