World Mental Health Day OCTOBER 10

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗮𝘆 – 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟬

2025 Theme (WHO): “Mental Health is a Universal Human Right.”

Message: “No health without mental health — let’s talk, care, and support.”

𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 

1.1 To promote awareness about mental health and reduce stigma

1.2 To help students develop emotional resilience and empathy

1.3 To encourage schools and colleges to build safe, inclusive environments

𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 (Classes 1–5) 

2.1 “Happy Faces” Drawing: Students draw what makes them happy

2.2 Storytelling: Teacher narrates stories about kindness, sharing, and feelings

2.3 Yoga & Breathing Session: Simple exercises for relaxation

2.4 Circle Time: Students share what they love about school/friends

2.5 Smile Chain: Each student passes a smile to the next — to spread positivity

𝗠𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 (Classes 6–8)

3.1 Poster Making: “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay”

3.2 Essay Competition: “How I Stay Mentally Strong”

3.3 Peer Support Activity: “My Buddy” – every student has a support partner

3.4 Mindfulness Session: Guided meditation and reflection

3.5 Wall of Positivity: Students write motivational notes for peers

𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 (Classes 9–12)

4.1 Debate: “Social Media – Stress Creator or Connector?”

4.2 Role Play: Scenarios on exam stress, peer pressure, and seeking help

4.3 Expert Talk: Invite psychologist/counselor for mental health awareness

4.4 Art Therapy Workshop: Express feelings through painting

4.5 Music for Mind: Stress-relief music or instrumental performances

𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

5.1 Panel Discussion: “Mental Health in the Age of Hustle Culture”

5.2 Awareness Drive: Campaign on campus with posters and hashtags (#MindMatters)

5.3 Open Mic Event: Poetry, music, or storytelling on self-expression

5.4 Counseling Booths: Free mental health check-in sessions

5.5 Documentary Screening: “The Mind Explained” or similar awareness films

𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴/𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

6.1 Mental Health Camp: Free counseling or awareness at nearby schools/communities

6.2 Panel Talk: “Mental Health as Part of Holistic Health Care”

6.3 Case Study Presentation: Addressing depression and anxiety in healthcare workers

6.4 Patient Empathy Workshop: Building compassion and communication

6.5 Research Poster: Statistics on suicide prevention, burnout, and coping strategies

𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀-𝗪𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀

7.1 Mental Health Awareness Rally: Students hold placards with slogans

7.2 Green Day Celebration: Symbol of peace and mental well-being

7.3 Flash Mob: Themed on spreading joy and awareness

7.4 Wellness Wall: Write affirmations like “You Matter”, “Be Kind to Your Mind”

7.5 Silent Prayer/Reflection: A minute of silence for those struggling mentally

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 & 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

8.1 Workshop: How to identify early signs of stress and anxiety

8.2 Parent–Student Talk: Building emotional safety at home

8.3 Teacher Wellness Circle: Support space for educators

𝗡 𝗢 𝗧 𝗘

To Get UN Recognition for Your School’s Celebration:

1.Conduct National or International days in your school.

2.Take clear photos/videos of each activity.

3.Send them with a short event summary via WhatsApp to 𝟵𝟵𝟰𝟰𝟯𝟭𝟯𝟵𝟱𝟯 𝗪𝗔.

4.Your school will be acknowledged as a UN Designated School for Youth Engagement and will receive an appreciation note.

𝗔 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗨𝗡 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 - 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Under 🄲🄰🅁🄴  🄵🄾🅁  🄿🄴🄾🄿🄻🄴

SDG 1: No Poverty

SDG 2: Zero Hunger

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being 

SDG 4: Quality Education

SDG 5: Gender Equality

SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation

SDG 10: Reduced Inequality