AFAK Mental Health Association
In Casablanca, AFAK supports recovery, independence and inclusion for people living with mental health conditions, alongside their families and carers.
About and missions
Based at the Moulay Rachid Medical, Psychological and Social Centre, AFAK brings together professionals, service users, families and carers. Its work combines a permanent unit with mobile outreach.
Support and services
Multidisciplinary assessments and follow-up consultations.
Social, cognitive and vocational skills workshops.
Family psychoeducation and peer-support training.
Awareness activities and mental health first-aid training.
Social, cognitive and vocational skills workshops.
Family psychoeducation and peer-support training.
Awareness activities and mental health first-aid training.
How to access support
For a first enquiry, email contact@afak-sante-mentale.ma or use the official website’s contact form. Explain whether you are seeking support, family guidance or training. Confirm appointments, required documents, admission arrangements and any fees before visiting.
Audiences supported
Adults
Families and relatives
Caregivers
Professionals
Team and specialists
Dr Nadia Mouchtaq is the association’s founding president. Support involves mental health professionals, social practitioners and peer supporters.
Network and partnerships
The association reports working with the SAMU social and IOM on mobile outreach. It also lists collaborations with the Mohammed V Foundation for Solidarity and the Ministry of Health and Social Protection. Current arrangements for each partnership should be confirmed.
Recovery and daily life
The pathway aims to rebuild social connections and everyday capabilities. The City of Brussels has documented workshops on self-esteem, social skills, music and drawing.
Listening, dignity and participation
AFAK emphasises neutrality, non-discrimination and respect for individual choices. Independence and participation in the recovery journey are central to its stated values.
Getting involved
To become a member or offer volunteer support, ask the association directly about arrangements. Its membership page also lists associationafak.s.m@gmail.com. Membership fees and volunteer opportunities remain to be confirmed.
Documented cooperation and updates
2022: launch of the Right to Mental Health project with the City of Brussels. The City now lists the project as completed.
11 May 2025: press release on cooperation with PositiveMinders, AMUP, Moussanada and APAIS to tackle stigma.
4 September 2026: AFAK published an article on the Mental Health 2030 plan and family support.
11 May 2025: press release on cooperation with PositiveMinders, AMUP, Moussanada and APAIS to tackle stigma.
4 September 2026: AFAK published an article on the Mental Health 2030 plan and family support.