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Move It for Mental Health 2024

Mind HK’s annual large-scale challenge “Move It for Mental Health”, sponsored by lululemon, is making a comeback! This year we want to encourage you to breathe some fresh air and complete a total of 50km in nature during the month of March.

 

Exercise helps to boost our mental health and emotional wellbeing, and being in nature is proven to help support mental health. It is also a great way to discover the hidden gems in this vibrant city. We encourage people of all ages to step outdoors this year and feel the positive change it brings to mind and body. Here is the opportunity to take up a new challenge!

 

You can achieve the goal of 50km in nature by walking, running, or hiking along nature trails, coastal walks, or in country parks. You could do this in one go, via several short hikes, or through 2-3 long hikes. You could even bike or swim, or find another creative way of covering 50km. It is up to you!

 

Move It for Mental Health 2024 is open for registration from 18 January 2024. Let’s get moving and get outdoors this March!

REGISTER TO JOIN OUR VIRTUAL CHALLENGE: Complete 50km in nature in March 

Challenge period: 1 March – 31 March, 2024


Registration link: 

Sign up via Google Form for free: bit.ly/moveit24form

OR Sign up via Give Asia and make a donation: give.asia/campaign/mindhkmoveitformentalhealth2024 


Registration deadline: 24 March, 2024


Registration fee: Free – or make a small donation at the checkout to get an exclusive Mind HK Move It for Mental Health 2024 tote bag 


How to take part: 

Step 1: Sign up via Google Form for free

OR Sign up via Give Asia and make a donation – plus get a free Mind HK tote bag

Step 2: Complete 50km in March in nature on your own or as a team and enjoy Hong Kong springtime!


*You can achieve the goal by walking, running, or hiking along nature trails, coastal walks, or country parks. You can do this in one go, via several short hikes, or through 2-3 long hikes – it is up to you! You could even bike or swim. 

Step 3: Complete the challenge and our end-of-challenge Wellbeing Survey to have a chance to receive a prize! 

If you would like to fundraise/donate: 

  • Make a donation when you checkout to get your Move It tote bag (optional)
  • Raise funds to improve mental health care in Hong Kong with a Give Asia fundraising page (optional)
IN-PERSON FUN RUN: Run 5km on Sunday 3rd March  

Event date: Sunday 3rd March, 2024 – 08:30am     
 

Event start point: AIA Vitality HUB, 33 Man Kwong St, Central, Hong Kong (beside AIA Hong Kong Observation Wheel) 

Registration period: From 18 January 2024 – 29 February 2024 

Ticket purchase link: bit.ly/mindhkfunrun24


Ticket price: 320 HKD 


Age: 18 or over


About this event: Join us in person for a 5km walk or run along the harbourfront on Hong Kong island. Participants will be treated to a pre-race warm-up stretch with a lululemon ambassador to get you in the mood, and set off in small groups along the scenic route. On your return there will be refreshments and you can mingle and get together after the race. This is a great way to start as you mean to go on and kickstart your month long 50km challenge! 

Fundraising

You can choose to raise funds for us by making your own Give Asia campaign. All proceeds will go to Mind HK programmes which are improving mental health care in Hong Kong. 

How to set up a fundraising page: 

1 . Visit the Mind HK page on Give.Asia –give.asia/charity/mind-hk

2 . Scroll down and select START A CAMPAIGN 

3 . Select “Take part in an event” 

4 . Give your Move It challenge a name, for example “Charlotte takes on 50km for mental health”

5 . Enter your target in HKD (this can be changed later) 

6 . Add a picture as a banner image. Photographs of you will help to boost your fundraising as it’s more personal. You can always go back and add some pictures later 

7 . Add a few words about why you are fundraising for Mind HK and why you care about mental health.. Donors love to see what motivates fundraisers and why you are passionate so this will help you with your fundraising!

8 . Create an easy to remember URL and save it somewhere handy so you can easily send it to friends and family 

9 . Press “PUBLISH YOUR CAMPAIGN” and you are live! 

10 . Email us on [email protected] if you need any support – we would love to hear from you

Prizes

  • All Move It for Mental Health participants who sign up for the challenge will receive a 20% discount code from LANE EIGHT.  Participants who complete the challenge of 50km or above within the event period and fill out our post-challenge survey will be given a certificate and have the chance to win one of the below gifts!

    • HKD 500 lululemon voucher x 10
    • A pair of Urbanroot shoes x 2
    • PhysioCentral 1 hour podiatry or osteopathy session x 2
    • PhysioCentral goody bags (spikey massage ball, peanut foam roller, resistance bands) x 10
    • PhysioCentral physiotherapy session x 1
    • Kinderspiel aromatherapy diffuser x 1

    Special awards are also available for the following categories: 

    • Giving back hero (Individual): for the top fundraiser in each category 
      • Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
        •  1 night staycation with breakfast for 2 persons 
    • Superstar fundraiser (Individual): for the second highest fundraiser in each category 
      • The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
        • 6-course Amber Experience dinner for 2 persons
    • Move It influencer (Individual): for sharing most creatively on social media
      • 1 pair of LANE EIGHT shoes
      • HKD 500 lululemon voucher 
    • Most creative mover (Individual): for the most unusual way of covering 50km 
      • 1 pair LANE EIGHT shoes 
      • HKD 500 lululemon voucher 
    • Longest distance covered (Individual): for the most kilometres completed 
      • 1 hour massage session (PhysioCentral)  
      • HKD 500 lululemon voucher 

    Organisations that achieve any of the above goals (except the longest distance covered) as group or team will receive a trophy!

    Prizes will be available for pick up in April. For more information check out our FAQ. 

FAQs

Is it free to join?

This campaign is free to join for everyone. For a small donation you can also get an exclusive Mind HK Move It for Mental Health 2024 tote bag.

There is no age limit of participation for the Move it for Mental Health 2024 virtual challenge. We welcome people of all ages to participate and feel the positive changes it brings to your minds and bodies.
However, please note that the in-person Fun Run event on 3 March 2024 is only for those 18 years old and over.

Yes, as there is no location limitation for this challenge, runners from anywhere in the world are welcome! However, the Fun Run is an in-person event in Hong Kong only. Move it gifts and tote bags are also only available to those located in Hong Kong.

Yes, you can get your company to join the challenge as a team, fundraise for Mind HK, or partner with us and spread the word on your platform to encourage others to join. For more information on joining the challenge as a team, please contact our Head of Campaigns & Partnerships, Melissa, at [email protected].

For joiners who want to participate as a group or a team for the virtual challenge, please email Melissa Kong on [email protected] and the Mind HK team will help you to enter. For the March 3 Fun Run, participants can buy up to 30 tickets as a group through the Eventbrite page. For a larger group, please contact Melissa.

 

You can achieve the goal by walking, running, or hiking along nature trails, coastal walks, or country parks. You can do this in one go, via several short hikes, or through 2-3 long hikes – it is up to you! You could even bike or swim.

 

No, you do not have to complete 50km in one go. You can plan how to complete 50 km on different days in March as you like, for example you may plan hikes over the weekends to achieve the goal.

Move It for Mental Health 2024 is run on an honour basis, in other words, we won’t ask you to give us proof or screenshots to show your exercise records. We trust you! But if tracking your fitness activities through an app helps you to measure your movement and monitor your progress, then please do go ahead!

Participants who complete the goal of 50km in nature and who also complete our end of challenge survey, will be entered in the chance to receive a gift.

Participants who complete the challenge (50km or above) within the event period will be given a certificate and will have a chance to win a gift from brands including lululemon and Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong. There will also be special prizes for organisations.

If you make a donation for a tote bag or win a prize, you will be able to pick it up after the campaign ends, so from April 1 – April 30. Exact details to be confirmed.

You can learn more about the benefits of exercise and nature to mental health in our <a href=”https://www.mind.org.hk/mental-health-a-to-z/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”>Mental Health A-Z</a>.

You are always welcome to post on social media or share pictures and progress with us at any point. Please remember to tag us and #moveithk when you share!


Facebook: @hongkongmind
Instagram/Twitter: @mindhongkong
LinkedIn: @Mind HK 香港心聆

Your safety is very important to us. Always make sure you stay hydrated when exercising and know your limits. We suggest you take a fully charged mobile phone with you on any remote trails. Mind HK is not liable for any injuries on the virtual challenge and encourages participants to put their health and safety first.

You can choose to raise funds for us by making your own Give Asia campaign. All proceeds will go to Mind HK programmes which are improving mental health care in Hong Kong.
How to set up a fundraising page:
Visit the Mind HK page on Give.Asia – give.asia/charity/mind-hk
Scroll down and select START A CAMPAIGN
Select “Take part in an event”
Give your Move It challenge a name, for example “Charlotte takes on 50km for mental health”
Enter your target in HKD (this can be changed later)
Add a picture as a banner image. Photographs of you will help to boost your fundraising as it’s more personal. You can always go back and add some pictures later
Add a few words about why you are fundraising for Mind HK and why you care about mental health.. Donors love to see what motivates fundraisers and why you are passionate so this will help you with your fundraising!
Create an easy to remember URL and save it somewhere handy so you can easily send it to friends and family
Press PUBLISH YOUR CAMPAIGN’ and you are live!
Email us on [email protected] if you need any support – we would love to hear from you

When you donate via Give Asia, you will automatically receive a payment notification receipt. For a tax deductible receipt, you will need to please contact us on Melissa at [email protected], as receipts will be issued on request.

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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.

Move It For Mental Health

Move It for
Mental Health
2024

Mind HK’s annual large-scale challenge “Move It for Mental Health”, sponsored by lululemon, is making a comeback! This year we want to encourage you to breathe some fresh air and complete a total of 50km in nature during the month of March.

 

Exercise helps to boost our mental health and emotional wellbeing, and being in nature is proven to help support mental health. It is also a great way to discover the hidden gems in this vibrant city. We encourage people of all ages to step outdoors this year and feel the positive change it brings to mind and body. Here is the opportunity to take up a new challenge!

 

You can achieve the goal of 50km in nature by walking, running, or hiking along nature trails, coastal walks, or in country parks. You could do this in one go, via several short hikes, or through 2-3 long hikes. You could even bike or swim, or find another creative way of covering 50km. It is up to you!

 

Move It for Mental Health 2024 is open for registration from 18 January 2024. Let’s get moving and get outdoors this March!

REGISTER TO JOIN OUR VIRTUAL CHALLENGE: Complete 50km in nature in March 

Challenge period: 1 March – 31 March, 2024


Registration link: 

Sign up via Google Form for free: bit.ly/moveit24form

OR Sign up via Give Asia and make a donation: give.asia/campaign/mindhkmoveitformentalhealth2024 


Registration deadline: 24 March, 2024


Registration fee: Free – or make a small donation at the checkout to get an exclusive Mind HK Move It for Mental Health 2024 tote bag 


How to take part: 

Step 1: Sign up via Google Form for free

OR Sign up via Give Asia and make a donation – plus get a free Mind HK tote bag

Step 2: Complete 50km in March in nature on your own or as a team and enjoy Hong Kong springtime!


*You can achieve the goal by walking, running, or hiking along nature trails, coastal walks, or country parks. You can do this in one go, via several short hikes, or through 2-3 long hikes – it is up to you! You could even bike or swim. 

Step 3: Complete the challenge and our end-of-challenge Wellbeing Survey to have a chance to receive a prize! 

If you would like to fundraise/donate: 

  • Make a donation when you checkout to get your Move It tote bag (optional)
  • Raise funds to improve mental health care in Hong Kong with a Give Asia fundraising page (optional)
IN-PERSON FUN RUN: Run 5km on Sunday 3rd March  

Event date: Sunday 3rd March, 2024 – 08:30am     
 

Event start point: AIA Vitality HUB, 33 Man Kwong St, Central, Hong Kong (beside AIA Hong Kong Observation Wheel) 

Registration period: From 18 January 2024 – 29 February 2024 

Ticket purchase link: bit.ly/mindhkfunrun24


Ticket price: 320 HKD 


Age: 18 or over


About this event: Join us in person for a 5km walk or run along the harbourfront on Hong Kong island. Participants will be treated to a pre-race warm-up stretch with a lululemon ambassador to get you in the mood, and set off in small groups along the scenic route. On your return there will be refreshments and you can mingle and get together after the race. This is a great way to start as you mean to go on and kickstart your month long 50km challenge! 

Fundraising

You can choose to raise funds for us by making your own Give Asia campaign. All proceeds will go to Mind HK programmes which are improving mental health care in Hong Kong. 

How to set up a fundraising page: 

1 . Visit the Mind HK page on Give.Asia –give.asia/charity/mind-hk

2 . Scroll down and select START A CAMPAIGN 

3 . Select “Take part in an event” 

4 . Give your Move It challenge a name, for example “Charlotte takes on 50km for mental health”

5 . Enter your target in HKD (this can be changed later) 

6 . Add a picture as a banner image. Photographs of you will help to boost your fundraising as it’s more personal. You can always go back and add some pictures later 

7 . Add a few words about why you are fundraising for Mind HK and why you care about mental health.. Donors love to see what motivates fundraisers and why you are passionate so this will help you with your fundraising!

8 . Create an easy to remember URL and save it somewhere handy so you can easily send it to friends and family 

9 . Press “PUBLISH YOUR CAMPAIGN” and you are live! 

10 . Email us on [email protected] if you need any support – we would love to hear from you

Prizes

  • All Move It for Mental Health participants who sign up for the challenge will receive a 20% discount code from LANE EIGHT.  Participants who complete the challenge of 50km or above within the event period and fill out our post-challenge survey will be given a certificate and have the chance to win one of the below gifts!

    • HKD 500 lululemon voucher x 10
    • A pair of Urbanroot shoes x 2
    • PhysioCentral 1 hour podiatry or osteopathy session x 2
    • PhysioCentral goody bags (spikey massage ball, peanut foam roller, resistance bands) x 10
    • PhysioCentral physiotherapy session x 1
    • Kinderspiel aromatherapy diffuser x 1

    Special awards are also available for the following categories: 

    • Giving back hero (Individual): for the top fundraiser in each category 
      • Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
        •  1 night staycation with breakfast for 2 persons 
    • Superstar fundraiser (Individual): for the second highest fundraiser in each category 
      • The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
        • 6-course Amber Experience dinner for 2 persons
    • Move It influencer (Individual): for sharing most creatively on social media
      • 1 pair of LANE EIGHT shoes
      • HKD 500 lululemon voucher 
    • Most creative mover (Individual): for the most unusual way of covering 50km 
      • 1 pair LANE EIGHT shoes 
      • HKD 500 lululemon voucher 
    • Longest distance covered (Individual): for the most kilometres completed 
      • 1 hour massage session (PhysioCentral)  
      • HKD 500 lululemon voucher 

    Organisations that achieve any of the above goals (except the longest distance covered) as group or team will receive a trophy!

    Prizes will be available for pick up in April. For more information check out our FAQ. 





FAQs

Is it free to join?

This campaign is free to join for everyone. For a small donation you can also get an exclusive Mind HK Move It for Mental Health 2024 tote bag.

There is no age limit of participation for the Move it for Mental Health 2024 virtual challenge. We welcome people of all ages to participate and feel the positive changes it brings to your minds and bodies.
However, please note that the in-person Fun Run event on 3 March 2024 is only for those 18 years old and over.

Yes, as there is no location limitation for this challenge, runners from anywhere in the world are welcome! However, the Fun Run is an in-person event in Hong Kong only. Move it gifts and tote bags are also only available to those located in Hong Kong.

Yes, you can get your company to join the challenge as a team, fundraise for Mind HK, or partner with us and spread the word on your platform to encourage others to join. For more information on joining the challenge as a team, please contact our Head of Campaigns & Partnerships, Melissa, at [email protected].

For joiners who want to participate as a group or a team for the virtual challenge, please email Melissa Kong on [email protected] and the Mind HK team will help you to enter. For the March 3 Fun Run, participants can buy up to 30 tickets as a group through the Eventbrite page. For a larger group, please contact Melissa.

 

You can achieve the goal by walking, running, or hiking along nature trails, coastal walks, or country parks. You can do this in one go, via several short hikes, or through 2-3 long hikes – it is up to you! You could even bike or swim.

 

No, you do not have to complete 50km in one go. You can plan how to complete 50 km on different days in March as you like, for example you may plan hikes over the weekends to achieve the goal.

Move It for Mental Health 2024 is run on an honour basis, in other words, we won’t ask you to give us proof or screenshots to show your exercise records. We trust you! But if tracking your fitness activities through an app helps you to measure your movement and monitor your progress, then please do go ahead!

Participants who complete the goal of 50km in nature and who also complete our end of challenge survey, will be entered in the chance to receive a gift.

Participants who complete the challenge (50km or above) within the event period will be given a certificate and will have a chance to win a gift from brands including lululemon and Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong. There will also be special prizes for organisations.

If you make a donation for a tote bag or win a prize, you will be able to pick it up after the campaign ends, so from April 1 – April 30. Exact details to be confirmed.

You can learn more about the benefits of exercise and nature to mental health in our <a href=”http://www.mind.org.hk/mental-health-a-to-z/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”>Mental Health A-Z</a>.

You are always welcome to post on social media or share pictures and progress with us at any point. Please remember to tag us and #moveithk when you share!

Facebook: @hongkongmind
Instagram/Twitter: @mindhongkong
LinkedIn: @Mind HK 香港心聆

Your safety is very important to us. Always make sure you stay hydrated when exercising and know your limits. We suggest you take a fully charged mobile phone with you on any remote trails. Mind HK is not liable for any injuries on the virtual challenge and encourages participants to put their health and safety first.

You can choose to raise funds for us by making your own Give Asia campaign. All proceeds will go to Mind HK programmes which are improving mental health care in Hong Kong.
How to set up a fundraising page:
Visit the Mind HK page on Give.Asia – give.asia/charity/mind-hk
Scroll down and select START A CAMPAIGN
Select “Take part in an event”
Give your Move It challenge a name, for example “Charlotte takes on 50km for mental health”
Enter your target in HKD (this can be changed later)
Add a picture as a banner image. Photographs of you will help to boost your fundraising as it’s more personal. You can always go back and add some pictures later
Add a few words about why you are fundraising for Mind HK and why you care about mental health.. Donors love to see what motivates fundraisers and why you are passionate so this will help you with your fundraising!
Create an easy to remember URL and save it somewhere handy so you can easily send it to friends and family
Press PUBLISH YOUR CAMPAIGN’ and you are live!
Email us on [email protected] if you need any support – we would love to hear from you

When you donate via Give Asia, you will automatically receive a payment notification receipt. For a tax deductible receipt, you will need to please contact us on Melissa at [email protected], as receipts will be issued on request.

This campaign is free to join for everyone. For a small donation you can also get an exclusive Mind HK Move It for Mental Health 2024 tote bag.

There is no age limit of participation for the Move it for Mental Health 2024 virtual challenge. We welcome people of all ages to participate and feel the positive changes it brings to your minds and bodies.
However, please note that the in-person Fun Run event on 3 March 2024 is only for those 18 years old and over.

Yes, as there is no location limitation for this challenge, runners from anywhere in the world are welcome! However, the Fun Run is an in-person event in Hong Kong only. Move it gifts and tote bags are also only available to those located in Hong Kong.

Yes, you can get your company to join the challenge as a team, fundraise for Mind HK, or partner with us and spread the word on your platform to encourage others to join. For more information on joining the challenge as a team, please contact our Head of Campaigns & Partnerships, Melissa, at [email protected].

For joiners who want to participate as a group or a team for the virtual challenge, please email Melissa Kong on [email protected] and the Mind HK team will help you to enter. For the March 3 Fun Run, participants can buy up to 30 tickets as a group through the Eventbrite page. For a larger group, please contact Melissa.

 

You can achieve the goal by walking, running, or hiking along nature trails, coastal walks, or country parks. You can do this in one go, via several short hikes, or through 2-3 long hikes – it is up to you! You could even bike or swim.

 

No, you do not have to complete 50km in one go. You can plan how to complete 50 km on different days in March as you like, for example you may plan hikes over the weekends to achieve the goal.

Move It for Mental Health 2024 is run on an honour basis, in other words, we won’t ask you to give us proof or screenshots to show your exercise records. We trust you! But if tracking your fitness activities through an app helps you to measure your movement and monitor your progress, then please do go ahead!

Participants who complete the goal of 50km in nature and who also complete our end of challenge survey, will be entered in the chance to receive a gift.

Participants who complete the challenge (50km or above) within the event period will be given a certificate and will have a chance to win a gift from brands including lululemon and Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong. There will also be special prizes for organisations.

If you make a donation for a tote bag or win a prize, you will be able to pick it up after the campaign ends, so from April 1 - April 30. Exact details to be confirmed.

You can learn more about the benefits of exercise and nature to mental health in our <a href="http://www.mind.org.hk/mental-health-a-to-z/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Mental Health A-Z</a>.

You are always welcome to post on social media or share pictures and progress with us at any point. Please remember to tag us and #moveithk when you share!

Facebook: @hongkongmind
Instagram/Twitter: @mindhongkong
LinkedIn: @Mind HK 香港心聆

Your safety is very important to us. Always make sure you stay hydrated when exercising and know your limits. We suggest you take a fully charged mobile phone with you on any remote trails. Mind HK is not liable for any injuries on the virtual challenge and encourages participants to put their health and safety first.

You can choose to raise funds for us by making your own Give Asia campaign. All proceeds will go to Mind HK programmes which are improving mental health care in Hong Kong.
How to set up a fundraising page:
Visit the Mind HK page on Give.Asia - give.asia/charity/mind-hk
Scroll down and select START A CAMPAIGN
Select “Take part in an event”
Give your Move It challenge a name, for example “Charlotte takes on 50km for mental health”
Enter your target in HKD (this can be changed later)
Add a picture as a banner image. Photographs of you will help to boost your fundraising as it’s more personal. You can always go back and add some pictures later
Add a few words about why you are fundraising for Mind HK and why you care about mental health.. Donors love to see what motivates fundraisers and why you are passionate so this will help you with your fundraising!
Create an easy to remember URL and save it somewhere handy so you can easily send it to friends and family
Press PUBLISH YOUR CAMPAIGN’ and you are live!
Email us on [email protected] if you need any support - we would love to hear from you

When you donate via Give Asia, you will automatically receive a payment notification receipt. For a tax deductible receipt, you will need to please contact us on Melissa at [email protected], as receipts will be issued on request.