To develop, regulate and promote an internationally recognized accountancy profession that upholds public interest through capacity building, advocacy, innovation and sustainable practices.
INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(Established under the Accountants Act, Laws of Kenya)
Evening Networking Forum- Mental Health
Theme- Strengthening Wellbeing, Resilience, and Professional Performance Through Mental Health Awareness
Time: 04pm-06pm
Date: 15th April 2026
Venue- ICPAK Auditorium, CPA Centre
Overview:
Mental health has emerged as a central pillar of professional effectiveness, resilience, and sustainable performance. For accountants, auditors, finance professionals, and business leaders, mental health awareness is critical in navigating high-pressure environments, tight deadlines, regulatory scrutiny, and stakeholder expectations. It encompasses the ability to recognize, understand, and manage one’s own mental and emotional wellbeing, while also fostering supportive relationships and healthy work environments.
A strong foundation in mental health awareness enhances self-care, stress management, emotional regulation, and resilience. Professionals equipped with these skills are better able to maintain focus, make sound decisions under pressure, manage work-related stress, and engage constructively with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. Recognizing early warning signs, developing coping strategies, and accessing support are vital competencies that enable individuals and teams to thrive, even in high-stakes professional contexts.
Organizations and professional environments that prioritize mental health see tangible benefits in performance, collaboration, and innovation. Teams with mentally healthy work cultures demonstrate higher engagement, psychological safety, accountability, and adaptive capacity. Leaders who model and promote mental wellbeing create environments where individuals feel supported, empowered, and motivated to contribute meaningfully. As professional workplaces contend with long hours, complex client demands, and remote or hybrid work dynamics, mental health awareness has become essential for sustainable professional growth and organizational resilience.
This Evening Networking Forum offers participants an opportunity to deepen their understanding of mental health while engaging in a physical, interactive setting. Through guided discussions, scenario-based activities, and practical exercises, participants will explore strategies to manage stress, maintain resilience, and support colleagues’ mental wellbeing. The session blends learning with networking, allowing participants to practice insights in real interpersonal interactions in a supportive environment.
A practical component, The Mental Health Mirror, enables participants to reflect on personal stress triggers, coping mechanisms, and behavioral patterns that affect wellbeing. Peer-based exercises reinforce understanding, encourage empathy, and provide a safe space to practice stress management and self-care strategies while receiving constructive feedback.
In recognition of the importance of mental health in professional performance and leadership effectiveness, the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) has organized this Evening Networking Forum. The session is designed to inspire self-awareness, promote resilience, and empower participants to integrate mental health strategies into their professional and personal lives.
The forum is designed to cover the following areas:
Target Audience:
This forum is designed for professionals from all industries and experience levels who are looking to improve their ability to manage stress and build resilience in their careers
Continuous Professional Development Units (CPD Units):
Members of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 2 CPD Units upon successfully attending and participating in the forum.
Financial Commitment:
The workshop charges are Kes. 2,000. Charges will cater for the forum fees, learning materials, and e-certificates of attendance
Online Booking:
We call on Webinar participants to note that booking is available only online at www.icpak.com/events and will close two hours before the training session. Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for training sessions is MANDATORY.  This is available either online at www.icpak.com/events  or on the ICPAK Live – A smart phone-based application that is available from google store.
National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Reimbursement:
The Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke)
Further requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on +254 719 074 100, or via email to marketing@icpak.com.
We encourage members to regularly visit our website https://www.icpak.com for updates.
To develop, regulate and promote an internationally recognized accountancy profession that upholds public interest through capacity building, advocacy, innovation and sustainable practices.
