We’ve established a comprehensive training program to give wellness coaches a deep understanding of how to approach the relationship between physical and mental health to equip with them with the knowledge to help their clients.
We understand the diverse and rich cultures of individual seeking services. Our AI solutions are developed and curated with cultural sensitivity at their core, ensuring that the support we provide is both relevant and effective.
Community Engagement
We actively engage with local communities to gain insights and co-create solutions. Our goal is to foster a sense of ownership and trust within the communities we serve.
Affordability and Accessibility
We are dedicated to making mental health and wellness support accessible to all, regardless of socioeconomic status. Our solutions are designed to be affordable and available to anyone with an internet connection.
Collaborative Partnerships
We collaborate with healthcare professionals, NGOs, and governments across Africa to create a network of support that spans the continent.
How We’re Doing This
AI for Emotion Recognition and Generative AI
AYA's voice AI-enabled platform can effectively and efficiently assesses your emotional and psychological state giving wellness coaches a holistic view on how stress is impacting your health and well-being. The platform uses a brief Voice Sample and Generative AI to provide objective and immediate feedback for a personalized recommendation to support your well-being.
Team Synergy: A Decade of Resilience and Achievement
CEO and Co-Founder
Dr. Yared Alemu
Dr. Alemu is the Founder and CEO of TQIntelligence and an Adjunct Professor at the Morehouse School of Medicine. He is an expert in developing AI-enabled digital mental healthcare products to address disparities in mental healthcare globally; he is enthusiastic about the promise of AI to support precision and individualized approaches to mental health treatment.
Patrick is a Harvard alumnus and an Adjunct faculty at the Morehouse School of Medicine with a particular focus on AI in a mental health setting, health equity, algorithmic fairness, and social justice in digital health. Patrick has two decades of experience in Machine Learning and AI. Patrick was a founding mezmber of a digital health company. Patrick’s skills will significantly contribute to AYA’s mission of enhancing mental health treatment using advanced, equitable AI technologies.
Dr. Hermon is a Psychiatrist with both clinical and public health experience. She has worked on health programs in both governmental and nongovernmental organizations. She also has experience with teaching medical and postgraduate students. She is passionate about advocating for improved mental health and the prevention of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs).