Friends Corner
Friends’ Corner: The Mental Health and Counselling Cell
Established in 2017, Friends’ Corner: The Mental Health and Counselling Cell of Hindu College recognizes all students as a valuable organized workshops that provide the students a platform to voice their opinions and discuss topics which interest or concern them. Major emphasis is given on human values, positive thinking, health, stress management, self-awareness, personality development, personal and social responsibility, and many others.
Vision: Our vision is to create a college community that fosters mental well-being, resilience, and empathy, where every student can thrive and reach their full potential. We strive to cultivate an inclusive and supportive environment that prioritizes mental health, reducing stigma, and promoting self-care. By raising awareness, providing resources, and offering a safe space for open dialogue, we envision a college where mental health is valued, understood, and integrated into all aspects of campus life.
Mission: Our mission is to establish a mental health society that aims to educate, advocate, and provide support for the mental health needs of college students. We aim to achieve this by conducting several workshops which are pertinent to mental health issues and providing necessary resources to students as well as fostering a supportive community. We advocate for a change in college for the normalization and acceptance of mental health issues. We recognize the importance of systemic change in addressing mental health challenges and we believe in empowering students to take care of their own mental well-being. Through these efforts, we aspire to create a college community that prioritizes mental health, supports its members, and equips them with the necessary resources and skills to lead healthy and fulfilling lives.
Faculty Advisor
Dr. Ravindra Kumar
Office Bearers
President: Suangouding Guite
Vice President: Tanisha Gupta
Joint Secretaries: Ariba Shuaib and Amit
Treasurer: Soham Panwar
Link to social media handles:
Instragram: https://instagram.com/friendscornerhindu?igshid=NGExMmI2YTkyZg==
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/friendscornerhindu?mibextid=ZbWKwL
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/friends-corner-the-mental-health-and-counselling-cell-of-hindu-college/
Activities at a Glance
1. SESSION ON EFFECTIVE ALLYSHIP
Friends' corner, in collaboration with the Department of Sociology, organised a speaker session under the aegis of "Gender in Praxis" of the Social Research Lab, to mark the importance of the Pride Month with Koyel Ghosh and Sadam Hanjabam, on the theme "Effective Allyship".
2. SESSION ON HOW TO EQUIP THE QIEER COMMUNITY WITH BETTER TOOLS TO FACE MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES
Friends' corner, in collaboration with the Department of Sociology, organised a speaker session under the amplitude of "Gender in Praxis" of the Social Research Lab, with Dr. Itisha Nagar to mark the importance of the Pride Month. The session on "How to equip the Queer Community with better tools to face mental health challenges" was enriching.
3. SUICIDE PREVENTION DAY
The cell observed Suicide Prevention Day on September 10, 2022 by having a session with Nazariya on Suicide Prevention for the LGBTQI+ communities, Film Screening of the Film Half-Full and an open mic event. The Suicide Prevention Day event was a significant initiative that effectively raised awareness, promoted mental well-being, and provided practical tools for suicide prevention. Through various activities, participants gained valuable insights, fostering a more supportive and informed community. The event's success highlights the importance of continued efforts in destigmatizing mental health, building resilience, and establishing strong support networks to prevent suicide.
4. PERSONA
Organized Persona, one of the annual festivals, on November 15, 2022, which included games and activities for participants to unwind, find and express themselves. The event aimed at reducing stress, boosting mood, fostering social connections, encouraging self-expression, breaking down barriers, and promoting mindfulness. By incorporating mental health messages and discussions into enjoyable experiences, a more open and supportive environment for addressing mental health concerns was created.
5. MENTAL HEALTH CONFAB
The cell organized Mental Health Confab on 27th February, 2023, in collaboration with Youth For Mental Health, which included talks by mental health professionals, nukkad natak, stage play and performance by Nizami Bandhu. The speakers included Dr Itisha Nagar, Praneet Kaur, Juhi Sharma, Aditi Arora, Utkarsha Jagga and Aishwarya Chawla. The confab served as a platform for professionals, advocates, and individuals interested in mental health to come together and discuss pressing issues, advancements, and collaborations in the field. The event contributed to raising awareness, fostering collaborations, and promoting innovative approaches to mental health care.
6. HUMANS OF HINDU
Humans of Hindu is a storytelling who concentrate on the journey of individuals, showing our readers that each and every person is unique, inspirational, and relatable. Each post features a photo of an individual or a group of people or animals, accompanied by a short caption or a longer personal story shared by the subject. The project aims to provide a platform for the people of Hindu College from all walks of life to share their perspectives, struggles, triumphs, and everyday moments.
7. STALL IN FOUNDER'S DAY
Friends’ Corner set up a stall as a part of the Diversity and Inclusivity Cell on the college’s Founder’s Day celebrations. An activity was held in the stall showing how music can act as a form of therapy. The activity was a great success with the visitors.
