About ZLP
The Zimbabwe Life Project is a charitable organization founded by mental health professionals dedicated to improving mental health services through international collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Founded by Lucia Vambe
Lucia Vambe, Practice Development Lead Nurse and founder of ZLP, was honoured during the King Charles Coronation celebrations in Harare in May 2023 for her outstanding work in mental health advocacy and international partnerships.
Founded in 2018, ZLP brings together mental health nurses, doctors, and therapists in the UK who share one aim: to develop meaningful skills exchange programs marked by participatory exchanges of knowledge, skills, and experiences.
Diaspora Healthcare Champion Award
Presented to Lucia Vambe on 18th March 2023 in recognition of outstanding dedication, leadership and contribution to global health.
Recognition & Global Partnerships
ZLP's work has been recognized internationally through awards and partnerships with leading healthcare organizations
ZLP team members at international healthcare awards ceremony
Partnership showcase with Global Health Partnerships at international conference
Our Team & Partnerships
Working with leading institutions and professionals across the UK and Zimbabwe
Key Personnel
Dr Fiona Nolan, Clinical Professor of Mental Health Nursing at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) and Chair of the ZLP Board of Trustees
International Partners
British Embassy in Zimbabwe, Women's University of Zimbabwe, International Organisation for Migration (IOM)
Healthcare Partners
Sally Mugabe Psychiatric Hospital, Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS), Anglia Ruskin University