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𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵
Theme: “Mental Health in Humanitarian Emergencies”

This October, the University of Luzon joins the global observance of World Mental Health Month. This year’s theme emphasizes the importance of protecting and promoting mental well-being among those in humanitarian fields—individuals who dedicate their lives to serving others, often amidst great challenges and crises.

As a community that upholds empathy, compassion, and service, let us unite in raising awareness and advocating for mental health for all. Together, we can build a culture of care and understanding within and beyond our university.

Show your support and take part in this meaningful campaign by updating your Facebook profile picture with your college’s official World Mental Health Month frame. Choose your college link below and be part of the movement for mental wellness:

College of Accountancy
https://twibbo.nz/ul-coa-mental-health-month

College of Business Administration
https://twibbo.nz/ul-bsba-mental-health-month

College of Computer Studies
https://twibbo.nz/ul-cs-mental-health-month

College of Criminology
https://twibbo.nz/ul-crim-mental-health-month

College of Education
https://twibbo.nz/ul-coe-mental-health-month

College of Hospitality and Tourism Management
https://twibbo.nz/ul-htm-mental-health-month

College of Liberal Arts
https://twibbo.nz/ul-cla-mental-health-month

College of Medical Laboratory Science, Pharmacy, and Biology
https://twibbo.nz/ul-medlab-mental-health-month

College of Nursing and Midwifery
https://twibbo.nz/ul-bsn-mental-health-month

UL Senior High School
https://twibbo.nz/ul-shs-mental-health-month

Together, let us continue to create a community that values well-being, fosters understanding, and provides support for one another—because mental health matters.

In celebration of the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡, the University of Luzon (UL) Guidance Center, in partnership with the Psychenosi and Youth Peer Organization, successfully held the event at the 3rd Floor Library (Periodical Section) of the University of Luzon! 💜🩵

With this year’s theme, “𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤,” this event was compelled to challenge misconceptions, break stigma, and foster meaningful conversations grounded in openness, compassion, and mutual support.

It also aligns strongly with the University’s commitment to Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) – specifically 𝗦𝗗𝗚 𝟯: 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗗𝗚 𝟰: 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 and 𝗦𝗗𝗚 𝟭𝟳: 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀.

Plenary Talk 1: 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞 – 𝐌𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐬, 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐬 & 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 was facilitated by 𝐌𝐬. 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐤𝐚 𝐌𝐬. 𝐙𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢 𝐃. 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐳, this session helped dispel common misconceptions about su***de and shed light on the psychological, emotional, and environmental risk factors that contribute to it.

Plenary Talk 2: 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 & 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 was delivered by 𝐌𝐬. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐂𝐳𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐆. 𝐂𝐚𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐞, this session emphasized the role of inclusive, empathetic, and proactive communities in promoting mental wellness and preventing self-harm.

Participants engaged in a meaningful 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲, spreading encouragement and hope. As a powerful closing gesture, participants took part in a 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 facilitated by our Psychology students — a promise to be advocates of hope and understanding.

Thank you to all the speakers, facilitators, and participants who made this event impactful. Together, 𝐖𝐄 𝐋𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐍. Together, 𝐖𝐄 𝐀𝐂𝐓. Together, 𝐖𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄.