Mental health issues affect millions of people worldwide, and yet there remains a significant stigma surrounding them. By dedicating a day to mental health, we create a platform to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage open conversations about mental well-being. Social workers play a vital role in providing support and resources to those struggling with mental health challenges.
Department of social work, Mar Elias College, Kottapady, under IQAC In association with MESSWA was organised flash mob and mime on 09/10/2023 at Kothamangalam municipality bus stand. The main aim of this street play and flash mob was to create proper awareness about mental health. Mr. Aadithyan (Psychologist, Peace Valley Foundation) delivered the keynote speech. He spoke about the importance of self-care and self-awareness, prevention and early intervention for mental health issues etc. In this program around 60 students and two faculty member were participated.
