By Soph Stephens | Communications Manager
Urja, our partner organisation, ran a series of emotional and mental wellness trainings and workshops, reaching out to more than 200 individuals, including the police, healthcare professionals, community-based organisations, non-governmental organisations, and young survivors of violence. These activities aimed to initiate dialogues to de-stigmatise mental illnesses and improve support structures for survivors and healthcare professionals who cope with trauma every day.
One of the highlights of the events was an interactive mental well-being session conducted with railway police officials, who often encounter homeless women and other vulnerable groups in their work. This is a particular connection with Urja, as women are often supported by Urja after meeting them at the train station.
The sessionmainly focused on team building, mindfulness, and well-being exercises. The participants learned about the importance of empathy, compassion, and self-care in their profession, and how to respond to the needs of the people they serve. The session also created a space for the police officials to share their own challenges and experiences and to receive support and feedback from their peers and Urja staff.
The feedback from the session was very positive, with many participants expressing their gratitude and appreciation for the opportunity to learn and reflect on mental health. Some of the comments were:
Urja plans to continue its mental health awareness and advocacy work and to collaborate with other stakeholders to create a more inclusive and supportive society for women experiencing homelessness and other marginalised groups.
Thanks to your support more women can overcome poverty and discrimination.
By Steven Murdoch | Project Manager
By Steven Murdoch | Project Manager
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