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ANNOUNCEMENT: Mind HK Media Awards 2019 Entries Open

29/07/2019
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Mind HK Media Awards 2019: SUBMISSIONS NOW OPEN

Following the success of last year’s inaugural awards, Mind Hong Kong (Mind HK) is delighted to announce this year’s Media Awards are now open for entries.

Founded to celebrate the role of all forms of media in reducing the stigma of mental health issues, the 2018 awards celebrated journalists, broadcasters, movie producers, and students. This year’s awards will continue to underline the importance of all forms of media in helping tackle mental health stigma responsibly.

To be eligible, submission materials must have been broadcast or published in Hong Kong between July 1st 2018 and June 30th 2019. Categories are open for both English-language and Chinese media. The awards will be judged by an independent panel of media and clinical professionals. Winners will be announced at a ceremony to be held at the Foreign Correspondents Club on November 13th 2019.

Full details – including categories and eligibility criteria – are available at www.mindhkmediaawards.com where entries can also be submitted until the closing date on September 13th 2019. For more information, please visit our website, www.mindhkmediaawards.com, or email [email protected].

現正接受報名

Mind Hong Kong（Mind HK）承接去年首辦成功，宣布本年度的新聞獎現正接受報名，歡迎提交參賽作品。

獎項成立目的旨在肯定各形式媒體在消除對精神病患者偏見所擔當的角色。於2018年的新聞獎中表揚了記者、廣播公司、電影製作人和學生。今年的獎項將繼續褒揚各形式媒體肩負起解決社區對精神健康持有的污名及標籤問題的責任及重要性。

要符合資格，參賽作品必須於2018年7月1日至2019年6月30日期間在香港廣播或發佈。獎項開放予英文及中文媒體。該獎項的獨立評審團由媒體和臨床專業人士組成，並將於2019年11月13日在香港外國記者會舉行的頒獎儀式上宣布得獎者。

獎項完整詳情（包括獎項類別和參賽資格），可於 www.mindhkmediaawards.com 檢視，亦可在此於2019年9月13日截止日期前提交參賽作品。欲知更多資訊，請瀏覽本機構網站 www.mindhkmediaawards.com, 或電郵至 [email protected] 查詢

 

About Mind Hong Kong

Mind Hong Kong is an initiative formed out of the Patient Care Foundation. It is committed to improving awareness and understanding of mental health in Hong Kong. They provide online support and interventions, based on global best practices to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem and to equip them with the resources they need. Through collaborative research Mind Hong Kong are leading the way in understanding mental health problems in the city and providing its population with the right support and resources.

 

Media Contacts:
For information or interviews, please contact Mind HK
Carol Liang       | [email protected] / [email protected]

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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.

ANNOUNCEMENT: Mind HK Media Awards 2019 Entries Open

Mind HK Media Awards 2019: SUBMISSIONS NOW OPEN

Following the success of last year’s inaugural awards, Mind Hong Kong (Mind HK) is delighted to announce this year’s Media Awards are now open for entries.

Founded to celebrate the role of all forms of media in reducing the stigma of mental health issues, the 2018 awards celebrated journalists, broadcasters, movie producers, and students. This year’s awards will continue to underline the importance of all forms of media in helping tackle mental health stigma responsibly.

To be eligible, submission materials must have been broadcast or published in Hong Kong between July 1st 2018 and June 30th 2019. Categories are open for both English-language and Chinese media. The awards will be judged by an independent panel of media and clinical professionals. Winners will be announced at a ceremony to be held at the Foreign Correspondents Club on November 13th 2019.

Full details – including categories and eligibility criteria – are available at www.mindhkmediaawards.com where entries can also be submitted until the closing date on September 13th 2019. For more information, please visit our website, www.mindhkmediaawards.com, or email [email protected].

現正接受報名

Mind Hong Kong（Mind HK）承接去年首辦成功，宣布本年度的新聞獎現正接受報名，歡迎提交參賽作品。

獎項成立目的旨在肯定各形式媒體在消除對精神病患者偏見所擔當的角色。於2018年的新聞獎中表揚了記者、廣播公司、電影製作人和學生。今年的獎項將繼續褒揚各形式媒體肩負起解決社區對精神健康持有的污名及標籤問題的責任及重要性。

要符合資格，參賽作品必須於2018年7月1日至2019年6月30日期間在香港廣播或發佈。獎項開放予英文及中文媒體。該獎項的獨立評審團由媒體和臨床專業人士組成，並將於2019年11月13日在香港外國記者會舉行的頒獎儀式上宣布得獎者。

獎項完整詳情（包括獎項類別和參賽資格），可於 www.mindhkmediaawards.com 檢視，亦可在此於2019年9月13日截止日期前提交參賽作品。欲知更多資訊，請瀏覽本機構網站 www.mindhkmediaawards.com, 或電郵至 [email protected] 查詢

 

About Mind Hong Kong

Mind Hong Kong is an initiative formed out of the Patient Care Foundation. It is committed to improving awareness and understanding of mental health in Hong Kong. They provide online support and interventions, based on global best practices to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem and to equip them with the resources they need. Through collaborative research Mind Hong Kong are leading the way in understanding mental health problems in the city and providing its population with the right support and resources.

 

Media Contacts:
For information or interviews, please contact Mind HK
Carol Liang       | [email protected] / [email protected]