Tom Osborn

The Idea

Lay psychotherapy in Kenya

Organization

Shamiri Institute

Peer-led Group Therapy

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Organization

Shamiri Institute

Adolescence is tough, and there is little for kids to turn to when they need help.

Year

2022

Geography

East Africa

Sector

Health

Structure

Nonprofit
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About Tom

Tom is an entrepreneur, community mobilizer, and global mental health innovator. He co-founded Shamiri to make mental health affordable, personalized, and accessible for all. He is a TED Fellow and an Echoing Green Fellow. Tom was born and raised in rural Kenya. He graduated from Harvard with a degree in psychology.