Meet the Team

Our Leads

Bomikazi Lupindo

FOUNDER & LAY COUNSELLING LEAD

A Clinical Psychologist and DPhil student at Oxford, Bomikazi specialises in trauma and community violence. Her work spans clinical practice, research, and advocacy to improve access to mental health care in South Africa and beyond.

Lucca Munnik

TRUSTEE AND STRATEGIC FUNDING DIRECTOR

Lucca holds an MPhil in Public Mental Health from UCT and leads income generation at the British Red Cross. Her work focuses on recovery for women survivors of violence and resilience in crisis-affected communities.

Nwabisa Mlandu

SECRETARY & SCHOOL BASED PROGRAM LEAD

Nwabisa is a neuropsychologist passionate about brain health and cultural neuroscience. With experience in clinical practice, research, and teaching, she bridges science and community. She is currently pursuing an MSc in Neuroethics at UCT.

Ntokozo Sibiya

TREASURER & VOLUNTEER CO-ORDINATOR

Ntokozo is a trained social worker transitioning into Monitoring & Evaluation. She brings a data-informed, people-centred approach to programme development and is passionate about enhancing community services through evidence-based strategies.

Samkelisiwe Mahlangu

COMMUNITY OUTREACH & SOCIAL MEDIA SPECIALIST

Samkelisiwe is a Clinical Psychologist working in student support at NWU. She provides compassionate, client-centred care for a range of psychological concerns, and is committed to promoting emotional resilience and well-being.

Cebokazi Mtati

MONITORING & EVALUATION SPECIALIST

Cebokazi is a Clinical Psychologist and PhD candidate at UCT developing PTSD interventions for adolescents. She specialises in trauma, teaching, and quality assurance in mental health care.

Our Supervisors

Our Lay Counsellors