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Mind HK’s “More Than a Label: This is our story” Exhibition in Sheung Wan

24/09/2021
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Mind HK’s “More Than a Label: This is our story” Exhibition in Sheung Wan

Get inspired with 30 local personal stories of mental health journeys on World Mental Health Day

(21st September 2021 – Hong Kong) – As part of their ongoing mission to improve awareness and understanding of mental health in Hong Kong, Mind HK, a registered S88 charity (91/16471), has recently conducted a survey of 1,010 adults about the general public’s attitude toward mental health and the stigma surrounding these issues across the city. The results reveal that 46% of the respondents believe that the leading cause of mental illness is a lack of self-discipline and willpower; 23% and 33% of respondents said they would not be willing to work or live nearby with someone with mental health problems, respectively. These figures show that the levels of stigma around mental health remain significantly high in Hong Kong.

 

Mind HK partners with Jardine Matheson Group’s charity – MINDSET Hong Kong (MINDSET), to launch “More Than a Label”, an evidence-based anti-stigma campaign, with a public exhibition and book launch of “More Than a Label: This is our story” involving Mind HK’s ambassador’s stories and their recovery journeys. In the hope to improve mental health literacy from different perspectives, ultimately lower the levels of stigma and develop a far more tolerant attitude towards mental health within the society.

 

Join Mind HK from 15th to 19th October at The Wild Lot, Sheung Wan for the organisation’s inaugural exhibition titled “More Than a Label: This is our story”, launching in honour of World Mental Health Day. 1 in 7 Hong Kong people are experiencing a mental health condition at any given time in the city; the exhibition will feature over 30 personal stories of mental health recovery journeys and highlight how anyone, and everyone diagnosed with a mental health condition is #MoreThanALabel and are people just like us. The book “More Than a Label: This is our story” published by Mind HK that includes 41 local mental health stories will also be launched at the exhibition.

Join us at the exhibition and follow @morethanalabelhk on Instagram for updates.


Mind HK – “More Than a Label: This is our story” Exhibition Details

Date: 15 October 2021 (Friday) – 19 October 2021 (Tuesday)

Time: 

Date Exhibition Time
15/10 (Fri) 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
16/10 – 17/10 (Sat – Sun) 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
18/10 – 19/10 (Mon – Tue) 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Venue: The Wild Lot @ Sheung Wan

Address – Shop B, G/F 6-10 Shin Hing Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

Ticketing: Free Entry


High Resolution Logo Download:

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/nmghoh74pf1g3px/AABe_2hE0Pmwur6wXd7X6oo2a?dl=0


Press Enquiry

Chance Communications

Chloe Hung / Jeff Chan

E: [email protected] / [email protected]

T: +852 2509 3308

About Mind Hong Kong

Mind HK is a registered S88 charity (91/16471) committed to improving awareness and understanding of mental health in Hong Kong. They collaborate with other local and international mental health charities and provide online support and training programmes, based on global best practice, to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem and equip them with the resources they need. Through collaborative research, Mind HK is leading the way in understanding mental health problems in the city and providing its population with the right support and resources.

 

Anyone in Hong Kong who needs help with their mental health can be assured that they are entitled to the full support of Mind HK irrespective of their gender, race, background or beliefs. To be effective and credible, Mind HK operate as a neutral and impartial humanitarian charity without any political affiliations or other conflicts of interest. The work we do, especially our research, is dedicated to improving the health of vulnerable groups and maintaining the best mental health possible for all of Hong Kong. We hope that anyone reporting or commenting on our work will respect and support our independence and neutrality.


About MINDSET 

MINDSET is a registered charity in Hong Kong founded by the Jardine Matheson Group in 2002, focused on making a positive and sustainable difference in mental health — a vitally important yet under-resourced area of global concern.

With operation in Hong Kong and Singapore, we collaborate with a number of mental health organisations and NGOs, advocacy groups and corporate partners, with an aim to raise awareness and change the perception and attitude around mental health. Our mission is to challenge stigma through the education and empowerment of individuals to enable them to share with, and support, one another. We also provide direct assistance to people with mental ill-health. Visit their Facebook page @MINDSETHongKong and website at mindset.org.hk to learn more about MINDSET.

 

About Jardine Matheson 

Jardine Matheson is a diversified Asian-based group with unsurpassed experience in the region, having been founded in China in 1832. The Group operates principally in China and Southeast Asia through a large number of subsidiaries and affiliates. These companies are active in the fields of motor vehicles and related operations, property investment and development, food retailing, health and beauty, home furnishings, engineering and construction, transport services, restaurants, luxury hotels, financial services, heavy equipment, mining and agribusiness. For more information, please visit jardines.com.

 

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What is iACT Service?

Improving Access to Community Therapies (iACT®) is one of the services from Mind HK. Trained Wellbeing Practitioners will offer initial assessment and early intervention for people dealing with mild to moderate symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other emotional difficulties.

 

The service includes 6-8 sessions of low-intensity psychological support, the flexibility of the service allows individuals to receive free and timely support when needed.

If you’re aged between 18 – 65 and are facing some emotional challenges, we would like to invite you to take an online assessment for us to gain a better understanding of your current emotional struggle.

 

If you’re eligible, we’ll get you connected with a Wellbeing Practitioner within two weeks to sort out the next steps.

The service runs for about 3 months and includes 6-8 support sessions, tailored to your needs.

 

We encourage you to attend all sessions and actively practice the tips and exercises provided by your Wellbeing Practitioner.

We take your privacy seriously. Your chats with the Wellbeing Practitioner are confidential.

 

We won’t share any of your info unless you’ve provided consent or if there are risks detected.

This programme isn’t suitable for people facing emergencies, major setbacks, or those diagnosed with serious or complex mental health conditions.

 

If you’re having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, this programme might not meet your needs, so please seek help right away. You can check out Mind HK’s “Find Help Now” page for immediate information and services.

Most of our Wellbeing Practitioners have backgrounds in psychology or counselling and are passionate about mental health. They’ve gone through about 140 hours of intensive training and completed at least 120 hours of supervised clinical practice over 9 months to ensure the quality of service.

 

They’re trained by accredited local experts in the mental health field, including clinical psychologists, counselling psychologists, counsellors, and psychiatrists. Plus, we regularly check how effective our services are. All service outputs and performances are subject to consistent monitoring.

Who is suitable for participating in this programme?

This programme welcomes anyone between the ages of 18 and 65 who may be feeling lost or facing emotional difficulties. Please note that this programme is not suitable for individuals diagnosed with severe or complex mental health conditions.

This programme is not suitable for individuals diagnosed with severe or complex mental health conditions, but suitable for those who experience mild to severe moderate anxiety, mild to moderate depression, or other emotional challenges. If you are currently experiencing a major setback or even having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please visit the “Find Help Now” page on our Mind HK’s website for immediate information and services.

After signing up, our Wellbeing Practitioner will contact you within two weeks to schedule a convenient time for a 45-minute conversation, either via video or phone call, according to your preference. During the conversation, the Wellbeing Practitioner will understand your current situation and help you gain a better understanding of your emotional state based on the questionnaire you filled out during application. Additionally, they will provide recommendations for appropriate community resources based on your needs, helping you take an important first step in taking care of your mental health.

Although the intervention procedure is mostly standardised, Wellbeing Practitioners will work flexibly with clients to address individual presenting problems and unique characteristics.

Our Wellbeing Practitioners are trained to support people who experience mild to moderate mental health difficulties primarily. This programme is not suitable for the situations mentioned above. If you are currently experiencing a major setback or even having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please visit the “Find Help Now” page on our Mind HK’s website for immediate information and services.

Your conversations with the Wellbeing Practitioner are absolutely confidential. Any information about you will not be shared with anyone without your consent unless you or others are at immediate risk or the Wellbeing Practitioner has reason to believe that you may be in imminent danger.
Supervisors will monitor trainees’ development throughout the placement to ensure that they are meeting the required level of competency to pass the training course at the end of the placement.

Yes, it is necessary to book an appointment in advance by filling out the form. Additionally, you can select one of the five stores yourself. We will allocate clients to different Wellbeing Practitioners based on their chosen location.

Before having the conversation, we will ask you to fill out a basic questionnaire for preliminary screening assessment. This screening process aims to ensure that the training received by the Wellbeing Practitioners is sufficient to meet the needs of the individuals receiving the service. If it is determined after the screening assessment that the service is not suitable for you, Mind HK will provide alternative recommendations to ensure your safety and support.

For adults who are suitable for this service, all Wellbeing Practitioners have received training on how to identify and respond to safety and risk issues. If you have any concerns about the support process, the Wellbeing Practitioners have appropriate measures in place and will develop response plans based on the urgency of the situation. They can also access support from clinical practitioners from Mind HK or participating organisations.

What private training does Mind HK provide?

Mind HK provides 4 themes of mental health training, including: Supporting Self, Supporting Others, Family Wellbeing and DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion).

 

Check out the brochure here for more information.

Mind HK provides a wide range of standardised mental health training, which can be tailored to different circumstances. Chat with our team to explore more! 

Our trainers come from a diverse, accredited pool of clinically experienced professionals. Check out our trainers’ biographies here.

Yes, the Mental Health First Aid class of Mind HK is internationally accredited by the MHFA International. The content and certification is delivered by trainers certified from the Mental Health Association of Hong Kong. You can find out our trainers accreditation here.

We are here to support your mental health education journey! Reach out to us and chat with our team.

Mind HK’s “More Than a Label: This is our story” Exhibition in Sheung Wan

Mind HK’s "More Than a Label: This is our story" Exhibition in Sheung Wan

Get inspired with 30 local personal stories of mental health journeys on World Mental Health Day

(21st September 2021 – Hong Kong) – As part of their ongoing mission to improve awareness and understanding of mental health in Hong Kong, Mind HK, a registered S88 charity (91/16471), has recently conducted a survey of 1,010 adults about the general public’s attitude toward mental health and the stigma surrounding these issues across the city. The results reveal that 46% of the respondents believe that the leading cause of mental illness is a lack of self-discipline and willpower; 23% and 33% of respondents said they would not be willing to work or live nearby with someone with mental health problems, respectively. These figures show that the levels of stigma around mental health remain significantly high in Hong Kong.

 

Mind HK partners with Jardine Matheson Group’s charity – MINDSET Hong Kong (MINDSET), to launch “More Than a Label”, an evidence-based anti-stigma campaign, with a public exhibition and book launch of “More Than a Label: This is our story” involving Mind HK’s ambassador's stories and their recovery journeys. In the hope to improve mental health literacy from different perspectives, ultimately lower the levels of stigma and develop a far more tolerant attitude towards mental health within the society.

 

Join Mind HK from 15th to 19th October at The Wild Lot, Sheung Wan for the organisation’s inaugural exhibition titled “More Than a Label: This is our story”, launching in honour of World Mental Health Day. 1 in 7 Hong Kong people are experiencing a mental health condition at any given time in the city; the exhibition will feature over 30 personal stories of mental health recovery journeys and highlight how anyone, and everyone diagnosed with a mental health condition is #MoreThanALabel and are people just like us. The book “More Than a Label: This is our story” published by Mind HK that includes 41 local mental health stories will also be launched at the exhibition.

Join us at the exhibition and follow @morethanalabelhk on Instagram for updates.


Mind HK – “More Than a Label: This is our story” Exhibition Details

Date: 15 October 2021 (Friday) – 19 October 2021 (Tuesday)

Time: 

Date Exhibition Time
15/10 (Fri) 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
16/10 – 17/10 (Sat – Sun) 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
18/10 – 19/10 (Mon – Tue) 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Venue: The Wild Lot @ Sheung Wan

Address - Shop B, G/F 6-10 Shin Hing Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

Ticketing: Free Entry


High Resolution Logo Download:

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/nmghoh74pf1g3px/AABe_2hE0Pmwur6wXd7X6oo2a?dl=0


Press Enquiry

Chance Communications

Chloe Hung / Jeff Chan

E: [email protected] / [email protected]

T: +852 2509 3308

About Mind Hong Kong

Mind HK is a registered S88 charity (91/16471) committed to improving awareness and understanding of mental health in Hong Kong. They collaborate with other local and international mental health charities and provide online support and training programmes, based on global best practice, to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem and equip them with the resources they need. Through collaborative research, Mind HK is leading the way in understanding mental health problems in the city and providing its population with the right support and resources.

 

Anyone in Hong Kong who needs help with their mental health can be assured that they are entitled to the full support of Mind HK irrespective of their gender, race, background or beliefs. To be effective and credible, Mind HK operate as a neutral and impartial humanitarian charity without any political affiliations or other conflicts of interest. The work we do, especially our research, is dedicated to improving the health of vulnerable groups and maintaining the best mental health possible for all of Hong Kong. We hope that anyone reporting or commenting on our work will respect and support our independence and neutrality.


About MINDSET 

MINDSET is a registered charity in Hong Kong founded by the Jardine Matheson Group in 2002, focused on making a positive and sustainable difference in mental health — a vitally important yet under-resourced area of global concern.

With operation in Hong Kong and Singapore, we collaborate with a number of mental health organisations and NGOs, advocacy groups and corporate partners, with an aim to raise awareness and change the perception and attitude around mental health. Our mission is to challenge stigma through the education and empowerment of individuals to enable them to share with, and support, one another. We also provide direct assistance to people with mental ill-health. Visit their Facebook page @MINDSETHongKong and website at mindset.org.hk to learn more about MINDSET.

 

About Jardine Matheson 

Jardine Matheson is a diversified Asian-based group with unsurpassed experience in the region, having been founded in China in 1832. The Group operates principally in China and Southeast Asia through a large number of subsidiaries and affiliates. These companies are active in the fields of motor vehicles and related operations, property investment and development, food retailing, health and beauty, home furnishings, engineering and construction, transport services, restaurants, luxury hotels, financial services, heavy equipment, mining and agribusiness. For more information, please visit jardines.com.