Integrative Mental Health Care & Wellness Program for Women in Coffee Farming
SANA is a social-impact initiative fiscally sponsored by American Friends of Bean Voyage, known as Bean Voyage, a U.S. registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law, securely processed, and go directly to delivering mental health care & wellness programs for women in coffee farming in Colombia.
What We Do
Provide mental health care and wellness for women in coffee farming communities in Colombia through a 5-month integrative program that combines digital tools like teletherapy, with education, and community-based support.
Theory of Change
We believe that true gender equity starts from within. At SANA, we foster spaces where women in coffee farming break cycles of silence, gain agency & emotional resilience to navigate their personal and professional challenges, so they can thrive not just as farmers, but as leaders, and change-makers. Because when women are healthy and heard, they spark powerful ripple effects—transforming themselves, their families, communities, and the future of coffee.
Women in coffee farming often face overlooked mental health challenges. In Colombia, they make up 26% of the coffee workforce, yet systemic gender inequities like unpaid labor, income gaps, limited leadership roles, and domestic violence increase their risk. Globally, 1 in 5 women experience mental illness—vs. 1 in 8 men—and stigma in rural areas discourages seeking help. Access is scarce: most Latin American countries spend under 2% of health budgets on mental health, with only 2.8 psychologists per 100,000 people, mainly in cities. Even where services exist, women’s triple burden leave little time for care, fueling anxiety, depression, absenteeism, and economic instability.
The Problem
LEANIS
“This program helped me overcome obstacles I didn’t even realize I had, which was a huge step forward both personally and professionally. I confronted the hidden sadness that had weighed me down since childhood. The experience was truly transformative—not just for me, but for my family. My relationship with my daughter and husband has improved so much.”
Our Journey
2023
Launched Pilot Program “Beans to Minds"
Pilot program was funded 60% by proceeds from We Belong book and 40% by individual and corporate donations.
39 women coffee farmers & pickers from Colombia enrolled and completed the pilot program from July to December.
2024
Model was proven
The concept, model, and approach were proven by data & impact shown in the surveys conducted to the 39 participants from the pilot.
In December 2024, we started reworking surveys and virtual educational components to provide even a better program and to be able to scale it up.
2025
Sana was born!
American Friends of Bean Voyage became our fiscal sponsor, giving us the possibility to receive tax-deductible donations and ensure all funds go to execute our programs.
Our 2025 goal is to enroll 120 women coffee farmers from Colombia in a SANA program.
