Shakti Mental Health June newsletter
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Shakti Mental Health: June Newsletter
Welcome to our June edition of the Shakti Mental Health newsletter.
Excitingly! Over the next couple of months Shakti Mental health is partnering with Lifeline to support the mental health and wellbeing of International students and older multicultural community. See details below for our 'Speed friending for International Students' event on the 2nd July. Our Safe space program this month includes our carrom and chai night in Docklands! We are also supporting BCD theatre 'And What will people say' production which is coming to Melbourne after a sold out Sydney season and why not end your week by coming to our June (ME)ditation session!
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.
Hlādinī Hindi Sanskrit: ह्लादिनी a term that describes that which quietly nourishes the soul, bringing a gentle joy or bliss that refreshes without excitment or excess.
उसकी मुस्कान में एक ह्लादिनी शक्ति है जो सबको खुश कर देती है।”
"There is a bliss‑giving energy in her smile that makes everyone happy"
“Uski muskaan mein ek Hlādinī shakti hai jo sabko khush kar deti hai.”
June Safe Spaces program
Our June Safe space is carrom night, get your carrom skills, friends and chai ready!
Date: Friday 26th June
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: Community Hub at the Dock (912 Collins St Docklands 3008)
Supported by Roses in the Ocean, Shakti Mental Health and Umeed Psychology are running a safe 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 or
phone 0477 226 195 to find out more or ask questions.
Join our (Me)ditation session
The intention of this MEditation, is to reconnect with yourself. Find how you can incorporate meditating into your life.
Everyone is welcome!
Facilitated by Ria Patel
DATE: Sunday 28th June
TIME: 3PM - PM
LOCATION: Green Monday Studios Carlton, 73 Grattan Street Carlton.
Tickets: $15 via humanitix
Speed friending for international students
Calling all international students in Melbourne! Join us to take part in an evening of speed friending and meet new people. A chance to make real connections over shared experiences, interests and lots of conversations! Whether you have just arrived or have been studying for a while, this event is for anyone looking to expand their friend circle and make meaningful connections.
DATE: Thursday 2nd July
TIME: 6:30PM - 8:30PM
LOCATION: Kathleen Syme Library, 251 Faraday Street Carlton
Cost: $4
Use the discount code STUDENT for free tickets (Newsletter offer)
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.
And What will people say: BCD Theatre
And What Will People Say? is an electrifying 60-minute immersive theatre experience that blends Indian dance, original music, and spoken word to explore the unspoken realities of domestic violence within families and communities. Told through the eyes of a mother and her children, this powerful piece invites audiences into a deeply personal journey of love, fear, shame, and resilience.
Shakti MH will be taking part in a panel discussion on the show themes at the 11th July show.
DATE: 9th - 12th July
LOCATION: fortyfivedownstairs theatre 45 Flinders Lane, 3000
HELLO SOUTH ASIAN MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
Hello Vini
Registered Psychologist Educational and Developmental Psychology Registrar
Kidd Clinic (Mentone VIC)
Vini Ramesh is a passionate psychologist dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages, particularly young people. With experience in private practice, the disability sector, and school settings, she help children, adolescents and their families navigate a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, self-harm, emotional and behavioural regulation difficulties, bullying, and social differences.
Find out about Vini 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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