Project Summary: The youth grapple with the challenges of maintaining mental well-being amid a fast-paced lifestyle and societal pressures. Recognizing the need for awareness and resources, the hub project aims to empower young professionals, entrepreneurs, and university students in Bandung to develop a nuanced understanding of mental health and break free from associated stigmas.

Proposed Solution: Mastering the Art of Living Vibrantly is a transformative Mental Health Webinar Series created in collaboration with the local community, People of Happiness, and a network of Bandung mental health experts. Tailored for the youth of Bandung, this series covers a range of topics including Breaking the Stigma, Mental Health 101, Art Therapy, Digital Detox, and more.

Approach: Over the course of a month, the series goes beyond traditional approaches by actively empowering participants. The series provides practical insights, fosters open dialogues, and offers tools for self-discovery, aiming to establish a resilient community that embraces mental well-being in the face of societal demands.

Community Engagement: The project extends beyond the virtual realm through a dynamic social media campaign advocating self-care. Participants are encouraged to share their thoughts and experiences, creating a ripple effect of awareness and lasting connections among participants.

Post-Event Resource: Understanding the importance of gradual understanding, the project team crafted a month-long series and collaborated with experts to develop a gratitude journal. This resource serves as a practical worksheet, enabling participants to continue their mental health journey beyond the series.

Hub Activities:

• 9 webinars and workshops


• Social media campaign for advocacy


• E-book and Gratitude Journal

Short & Long-Term Goals/Results:

• 11 speakers and 9 moderators shared insights in the webinar series


• 309 total participants attended, representing 9 different countries for multicultural exchange


• Over 50 participants from Indonesia joined the social media advocacy


• Social media content reached 27,216 impressions

Cross Hub Collaborators:

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  Mental Health 101 - Understanding the basic of Mental Wellbeing by Ilo Ilo Hub


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  Body Talks - Understanding your body image by Brussels Hub


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  Climate Crisis and Mental Health by Calabar and Surabaya Hub

The next steps include potential collaborative opportunities with speakers and collaborators. This project signifies the hub's commitment to fostering a culture of mental well-being and resilience among the dynamic youth of Bandung. The success achieved so far lays the groundwork for continued impactful initiatives and collaborative ventures in the realm of mental health advocacy.