Elizabeth J Darusi

Lavish Initiative and Community Outreach (LICO) is a grassroots non-governmental organization newly lounching to bridge the gap between mental health rehabilitation, educational protection, and sustainable economic survival.The organization is founded and led by Elizabeth J. Darusi (Lavish), an education and mental health specialist bringing 11 years of classroom teaching experience alongside a Bachelor of Education in Guidance and Counseling. Certified in Psychological First Aid (PFA) and Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), Ms. Darusi designs evidence-based, trauma-informed interventions specifically tailored for vulnerable children, single mothers, and survivors of gender-based violence. Our core pillars include: Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and survivor support. Care and resources for Orphaned and Vulnerable Children (OVC). Empowerment and support groups for female-headed households. Advancing institutional mental health and safety standards. We are actively seeking partnerships with global leaders, institutional donors, and advocates to scale our community impact. Let’s connect to create lasting social change.