Mental Health
Around the world, young people are courageously standing up for human rights and the planet. These individuals are driving positive change, but activism is often challenging and requires support. In addition to physical well-being, good mental health is essential!
YAS addresses the mental health challenges activists face in this kit, drawing from their lived experiences. Discover the stories of YAS awardees, their journeys to resilience, and expert advice. A new chapter will be released each month.
The kit is available in English, Arabic, Spanish, and French.
How to Heal After Trauma?
Going through something traumatic — like war, an accident, a natural disaster, or sexual violence — can leave deep emotional scars. Many people continue to struggle with mental health challenges long after the event is over. So how do you start to heal? Join human rights defenders C’est Prévue Lusila and Rebecca Kabuo (DRC), along with psychologists Dr. Celestin Mutuyimana and Samar Altag, as they share valuable insights and practical tips on coping with and overcoming post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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How to gain confidence?
Young activists often deal with being ignored or dismissed by older generations, and that kind of rejection can take a toll on their mental health. Join human rights advocate Sohanur Rahman (Bangladesh), along with mental health professionals Iliana Tufo and Valérie Picard, and Agatsu Foundation Founder & Director Ira Khan, as they share valuable insights on how to gain confidence.
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How to find balance?
Feeling overwhelmed is understandable when working in emotionally charged environments, particularly where resources are limited and solutions are slow. Join human rights advocates Shanley McLaren (France) and Sohanur Rahman (Bangladesh), along with UNICEF Youth Advocate Dannyelle-Jordan Bailey and Agatsu Foundation Founder & Director Ira Khan, as they share valuable insights on finding balance amidst your responsibilities.
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How to share your story without strain?
Feeling overwhelmed when sharing deeply personal experiences without the right emotional support is completely natural. Gain valuable insights from disability rights advocate Keely Cat-Wells (UK & USA) and Agatsu Foundation Founder & Director Ira Khan on how to share your story with confidence and care.
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How to cope with eco-anxiety?
Feeling overwhelmed by the impacts of climate change is completely normal. Discover ways to navigate these emotions with guidance from climate justice defenders Cynthia Houniuhi (Solomon Islands) and Sohanur Rahman (Bangladesh), along with insights from writer McKenzie Gooding (Let’s UnpackIt) and climate psychology consultant Leslie Davenport.
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How to overcome powerlessness?
When facing immense challenges, activists sometimes feel a deep sense of powerlessness. Discover strategies from C’est Prévue Lusila (DRC) and Sohanur Rahman (Bangladesh), along with recommendations from Shravan Raghav (public health consultant) to regain motivation and balance.
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How to face isolation?
Isolation affects activists who face criticism and marginalization. Discover practical solutions from activists Fiona Amony (Uganda), Sohanur Rahman (Bangladesh), and Roshni Perween (India), along with expert advice from Özlem Lakatos (researcher) and Roscoe Kasujja (clinical counselor) on building support networks.
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