Project Chairman

Jayaratna Manamperi

Type

GLOBAL CAUSES

Sub Type

Humanitarian Efforts - positive impact on mental health and well-being in the community during the service week 4th to 12th October, 2025

Club

POLGASOWITA

Zone

Zone 2

Region

Region 4

Project Date

2025-10-08

Venue

Darmaraja Vidyalaya

Description

The Lions Club hosted a dedicated awareness session at Darmaraja Vidyalaya on 8th October 2025 to engage students(200), teachers(10) and parents(200) in meaningful dialogue on mental health. The “Mental Health & Well-Being” initiative is one of the global service focus areas of Lions Clubs International, aiming to mobilise clubs worldwide to respond to rising mental health challenges by awareness-raising, supporting community mental health activities, and building resilience through service. The talk was conducted by Community Police Inspector Manoj Samarasekara (also serving as a counsellor), who delivered an insightful, interactive session designed especially for the school environment. The session covered essential themes such as: defining mental health and well-being; recognising stress, anxiety and emotional challenges among youth; practical resilience-building strategies; the value of seeking help; and the role of parents, teachers and community in supporting mental health.

Number of Beneficiaries

410

Lion Hours

45 hour(s)

Project Created By

Jayavilal Meegoda

Created Date

2025-11-14 04:57:17

Last Update

2025-11-14 04:57:17

Value

15, 000.00 LKR

Status

Active

CPE Approval

Approved