Hannah Stein

Hannah Stein

Journalist | Blogger | Photographer


Hello! My name is Hannah Stein and welcome to my portfolio. You can view my resume by clicking on CV and browse my writing samples from the various publications I've worked at during my career. Please get in touch with me! 
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World Suicide Prevention Day: Confronting Depression and Suicide in Africa

Suicide is a major public health concern that touches individuals and families around the world. It is estimated that more than 700,000 people die from suicide each year, with more than 73% occurring in low- and middle-income countries.  In Africa, the suicide rate is higher than the global average—in part due to inadequate services to address mental health conditions, such as depression, that affects nearly 30 million people on the continent.
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Kiteezi Landslide Highlights Urgent Need for Mental Health Care in Climate Disaster Responses

On August 9, tragedy struck when a mountain of garbage collapsed in Uganda’s capital of Kampala, killing 35 people. The Kiteezi landfill has served as Kampala’s only waste dump for decades, receiving 2,500 tons of waste daily. The landslide buried dozens of homes near the site on the outskirts of the city, displacing around a thousand people, while dozens remain missing.
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Improving Educational Outcomes by Supporting Adolescent Mental Health

As fall approaches, students across the globe prepare for the new school year. This time of year can bring a mix of excitement, anticipation, and stress as they navigate social expectations and external challenges that can severely impact their ability to concentrate on their studies. Food insecurity is a significant concern, with droughts and unprecedented weather patterns leading to strains on agricultural production and worsening food shortages.
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World Refugee Day

World Refugee Day is an opportunity to shed light on the mental health challenges faced by millions of displaced individuals worldwide. Refugees often endure unimaginable trauma, from armed conflict and separation from loved ones to legal uncertainties and fear of deportation. These experiences take a heavy toll, with studies suggesting up to 31.5% of refugees experience depression. Sub-Saharan Africa hosts a staggering 18 million refugees, accounting for 25% of the world’s refugee population.
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Addressing Male Depression to Transform Families and Communities

Depression affects millions of people worldwide, yet its impact on men remains significantly underreported and undertreated, especially in sub-Saharan Africa where the internalization of masculine norms has made men more susceptible to mental health problems. As an organization, we recognize the necessity of addressing mental health for all people, not just women and adolescents. This Men’s Health Month, we want to shed light on understanding and addressing depression in men, highlighting its br
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USAID Invests $1 Million in Uganda

This three-year grant represents the US Government’s first-ever investment in mental health in Uganda. The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced a three-year, $1 million partnership with StrongMinds Uganda to integrate mental health services across existing USAID programming throughout the country. The announcement came on the heels of a two-day Mental Health Summit, and culminated in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to solidify the commitment. Throu
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How Climate Impacts Mental Health in Africa

As we enter Earth Month and rally to protect our planet, we need to recognize the profound impact climate change effects can have on mental health. Extreme weather events and natural disasters can cause displacement and resource scarcity, as well as infectious disease outbreaks, as seen in Zambia earlier this year when the country experienced a major Cholera outbreak in the wake of unusually high rainfall and flash flooding.
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Navigating Mental Health Challenges Amid a Cholera Outbreak in Zambia

Since October 2023, Zambia has been grappling with a major cholera outbreak that has taken the lives of more than 500 people and infected more than 13,000, leading the government to close down schools and universities until February 12th, 2024. To address the growing need for medical support, a soccer stadium in Lusaka has been converted into a treatment facility and the Zambian government has embarked on a mass vaccination campaign targeting 1.5 million people.