About us
Recovery Impact Network, home of the UNHOOKED Movement
Recovery Impact Network (RIN) is the organisation that provides the professional and organisational foundation for UNHOOKED Movement. UNHOOKED is RIN's specialised initiative focused on gambling-related harm, prevention, recovery, psychosocial support and advocacy.
Who we are
Our foundation
Recovery Impact Network
Recovery Impact Network (RIN) builds healthier individuals, families, workplaces and communities through recovery, mental health and psychosocial support.
UNHOOKED Movement
UNHOOKED Movement is a specialised initiative of Recovery Impact Network focused on gambling-related harm, gambling addiction prevention, awareness, recovery, psychosocial support and advocacy.
Our approach is grounded in evidence-based practice, combining prevention, education, psychological services, research, advocacy, and community engagement. We believe that recovery is possible and that every individual deserves access to compassionate, professional, and stigma-free support.
Through counselling, psychotherapy, psychological assessments, peer support programmes, public awareness campaigns, training, and workplace wellness initiatives, we empower people to make informed choices, build resilience, and achieve sustainable recovery. We also collaborate with government agencies, educational institutions, healthcare providers, civil society organisations, and the private sector to strengthen mental health and addiction services across Zimbabwe.
At UNHOOKED Movement, we envision a society where individuals and communities are free from the harmful effects of addiction and where mental health is recognised as a fundamental part of overall well-being. Our commitment is to inspire hope, restore lives, and create healthier, more resilient communities through prevention, treatment, research, advocacy, and partnership.
Our direction
Mission, vision and values
Our mission
Empowering individuals, families, workplaces and communities to prevent addiction, recover from gambling-related harm, and promote mental health and psychosocial wellbeing.
Our vision
To create a society where individuals, families, and communities are empowered to live free from addiction and enjoy optimal mental health and psychological well-being.
Compassion
We meet people with empathy, dignity and without judgement.
Integrity
We act honestly, responsibly and protect the trust placed in us.
Hope
We believe recovery and meaningful change are always possible.
Excellence
We bring care, professionalism and evidence-informed practice.
Empowerment
We help people regain confidence, choice and control.
Collaboration
We work alongside families, professionals and communities.
Inclusivity
We aim to make support welcoming, respectful and accessible.
Innovation
We keep learning and improving how recovery support is delivered.
How it began
Our story
UNHOOKED Movement was founded in response to the growing impact of addiction and mental health challenges on individuals, families, and communities. We recognised that many people struggling with gambling addiction, substance use, and other behavioural addictions often faced stigma, limited access to professional support, and little hope for recovery.
The vision for UNHOOKED Movement was also shaped by the personal journey of its founder, who experienced and overcame years of gambling addiction. Having witnessed the emotional, financial, and social impact of addiction firsthand, the founder transformed that experience into a lifelong commitment to helping others find hope, recovery, and a new beginning.
Driven by the belief that recovery is possible, UNHOOKED Movement was established to provide education, prevention, psychological support, and evidence-based interventions that empower people to rebuild their lives. What began as a commitment to help individuals affected by gambling addiction has grown into a broader movement dedicated to promoting mental health, preventing addiction, and strengthening the well-being of communities.
Today, UNHOOKED Movement works with schools, workplaces, families, community organisations, and institutions to raise awareness, provide counselling and psychotherapy, facilitate recovery programmes, conduct research, advocate for better policies, and train professionals and community leaders. Our work is guided by compassion, integrity, professionalism, and the belief that every person deserves the opportunity to heal and thrive.
At UNHOOKED Movement, we are more than an organisation, we are a community of hope, recovery, and positive change. Together, we are breaking the cycle of addiction, restoring lives, and building healthier communities for future generations.
Our approach
What we work to achieve
UNHOOKED combines professional psychological knowledge, lived experience, recovery-focused practice, community engagement, education and advocacy.
Prevent addiction and promote mental health through education, awareness campaigns, and early intervention programmes.
Raise public awareness on gambling-related harm, behavioural addictions, substance use disorders, and mental health challenges.
Provide accessible psychological services, including counselling, psychotherapy, psychological assessments, and psychosocial support.
Support recovery and rehabilitation through structured programmes, peer support, relapse prevention, and community reintegration.
Promote research, advocacy, and evidence-based practice to inform policy, reduce stigma, and improve prevention and treatment.
Build capacity by training professionals, educators, community leaders, peer supporters, and organisations in mental health and addiction prevention.
Strengthen workplaces and communities through employee wellness programmes, consultancy, mental health promotion, and addiction prevention initiatives.
Develop strategic partnerships and mobilise resources to expand prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, research, and community engagement.
Provide a platform for collaboration among researchers, professionals, civil society, and other stakeholders to advance mental health and addiction-related initiatives.
Undertake other lawful activities necessary to achieve and advance the mission and objectives of the UNHOOKED Movement.
Who we serve
Individuals struggling with gamblingFamiliesEmployersSchoolsUniversitiesChurchesNGOsGovernmentResearchersMediaPolicy makers
Ready to take the next step?
Together, we are breaking the cycle of addiction, restoring lives, and building healthier communities for future generations.