New WASH and nutrition programme in Batangafo, Central African Republic
Despite recent events in the humanitarian sector, we remain committed to deliver lifesaving disease control and healthcare, supporting communities in most need. In Central African Republic, the MENTOR team knows no boundaries to continue delivering activities. In Batangafo they must use canoes to access health facilities located on the other side of the river, after […]
Farewell and thank you to Paul Jobson
The MENTOR Initiative announced today that Paul Jobson has stepped down from the Board of Directors. For over 20 years he has provided invaluable leadership, navigating the organisation through a period of tremendous growth, success, and challenges. MENTOR is deeply grateful for Paul’s dedication and the remarkable impact he has had on the organisation. Paul […]
World NTD Day 2025
MENTOR works in some of the most vulnerable settings to prevent and treat neglected tropical diseases, a group of diseases that affect more than 1 billion people worldwide. Together with our partners we are helping to reduce the harm and suffering from NTDs in communities disproportionately affected by a lack of healthcare, climate change, and […]
New WASH programme in Gaza
A new partnership with Secours Islamique France aims to increase access to water and sanitation for people displaced by the war in Gaza. Over 1.7 million people have been forcibly displaced multiple times since the conflict began 15 months ago. The latest update from the Gaza health ministry and UN OCHA report at least 45,936 […]
Increasing access to water in IDP camps in Cabo Delgado
For families arriving in Internally Displaced Person camps in Cabo Delgado, Mozambique the lack of access to water is a significant concern. It not only limits the availability of drinking water but also increase the risk of diseases linked to poor hygiene. To address the critical need for water, MENTOR is informed when families who […]
Annual meeting for global tropical research, 13 to 17 November 2024
The MENTOR Initiative is back at the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH) annual meeting sharing insights from our programmes and learning from important research from across the world on tropical diseases management. MENTOR is once again presenting research on a range of topics aimed at showcasing our work in some of the […]
Annual Report 2023
The MENTOR Initiative is pleased to share our 2023 Annual Report! The report highlights areas where we have made an impact to prevent diseases and improve health, working with communities most at risk of diseases and lacking access to established health services. Thanks to our donors, partners and a dedicated team our disease control and […]
The MENTOR Initiative’s 22nd Anniversary!
Today MENTOR marks 22 years of service to people living in the harshest environments at huge risk of diseases and suffering. Supported by our partners, donors, and an incredible team we reached and protected over 100 million people during this period helping to save countless lives. In our third decade, we are even […]
Improving water and hygiene in schools affected by conflict
The second phase of a programme to increase access to safe, quality, and inclusive education and protection services for children affected by conflict recently begun in Cabo Delgado, Mozambique. MENTOR is responsible for rehabilitating boreholes, latrines and building water stations to improve access to water and hygiene in schools severely affected by armed conflict and […]
Introducing The MENTOR Initiative’s new CEO!
The MENTOR Initiative is pleased to announce that Sérgio Lopes has been appointed as CEO effective from 3 October 2024, the organisation’s 22nd anniversary! Sérgio brings valuable experience, unique skills, and a deep commitment to the organisation’s goals. His leadership will be vital as MENTOR navigates the challenges and opportunities ahead, ensuring continued support for […]