Shakti Mental Health April newsletter
- shaktimhmelbourne
- Jul 24
- 3 min read
Shakti Mental Health: April Newsletter
Welcome to our April edition of the Shakti Mental Health newsletter. This month we are highlighting our up coming April and early May programs, inlcuding our Sri Lankan Mothers day dance workshop, postcards in the park event and April Safe Space program.
Words of wellbeing: Each month our newsletter will introduce you to a different word in South Asian language used to convey wellbeing and emotions. South Asian words that explain feelings and emotions English never could.
Rahat Urdu: راحت a term that describes comfort, tranquility, peace.
Apni pehchaan ko bina sharm ke apnane mein jo rahat mili, woh uske liye ek naya azaadi ka ehsaas tha - Embracing her identity without shame brought her a comfort that felt like a new kind of freedom.
April Safe Spaces program
Our April Safe space is a Mandela creation workshop.
Date: Thursday 30th April
Time: 6pm - 8:30pm
Location: Boyd Community Hub Southbank
Supported by Roses in the Ocean, Shakti Mental Health and Umeed Psychology are running a e spaces program; 'Hum Saath Safe Spaces' based in the Melbourne CBD. Hum Saath safe spaces is a non clinical drop in program for multicultural community who have experienced emotional or suicidal distress.
Email: melbournesafespaces@gmail.com to find out more or ask questions.
Join our Mothers Day Sri Lankan Dance workshop
Celebrate Mothers Day and join our accesible low impact dance class to a feel good Sinhalese song. Its open to everyone regardless of ability and age. Bring your mum or someone you love.
DATE: Sunday 10th May
TIME: 11am - 12:30pm
LOCATION: Southern Community Centre - Dance Hall B, 27 Rupert Dr Mulgrave 3170
Postcards in the Park
Pick some vintage South Asian inspired postcards. Write a heartfelt message to someone special or to yourself. Decorate with stickers or drawings. Postcards, stamps and stickers provided for you as keepsakes.
Enjoy a calm, creative atmosphere to reflect and connect with others.
DATE: Sunday 3rd May
TIME: 12pm - 2pm
LOCATION: Carlton Gardens
Maan ki Baat research study participation
Researchers at La Trobe University are conducting a research study on partner drinking habits in Indian communities.
They are looking for women of Indian origin 18+ to take part in the study
Participation inlcudes a 60- 90 minute 1:1 in person or online interview with the researcher. Participants will be compensated for their time.
Contact: Srishti.Kapoor@latrobe.edu.au or 0486 155 038 to find out more.
Lifeline CALD research
Lifeline are recruiting participants from Chinese, Vietnamese, Arabic and South Asian communities who are International students or who have recently migrated to Australia (within the last two years). This will be a 1-hour online interview on May 6th and 7th. Participants will be compensated with a $100 voucher for their time.
Register your interest via the link below.
Rangmann Theatre project
We invite you to join a theatrebased workshop series designed to support open, respectful
conversations about youth mental health. Through guided storytelling and creative activities,
we’ll explore how we can better understand and support young people’s wellbeing in a safe
and inclusive space. No theatre experience needed.
HELLO SOUTH ASIAN MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
Hello Apurva - Registered Psychologist Founder: Luminare Psychology (VIC)
Apurva is Registered Psychologist. She enjoy working with adults (21+) presenting with a range of issues. These include anxiety, stress management, panic, LGBTQIA+/ gender diversity related issues, cultural issues/experiences, and women’s mental health issues.
Find out about Apurva via the link.
VOLUNTEER WITH SHAKTI MENTAL HEALTH
Interested in volunteering with Shakti Mental Health? We are looking to grow our team with a range of volunteer opportunities available including facilitators, grant support, events promotion. Apply via the link below.
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