Kolkata, 3rd May, 2025 : To mark Mental Health Awareness Month Sound ‘N’ Mind Foundation along with Alok Foundation, Headlines Kolkata, Connections, WICCI, speak it Up, Angana Foundation, Rotary Action Group on Mental Health Initiatives District Chapter 3291, multiple Rotary Clubs of district 3291 and other organisations is launching a comprehensive awareness campaign themed “IKnowMyEmotions”, aimed at educating and engaging diverse communities on emotional well being and emotional literacy.
The campaign will begin with a press meet and panel discussion on 3rd May, 2025, bringing together mental health professionals, educators, corporate leaders and student representatives. The panel will focus on “Creating Awareness through Education, emphasizing the role of emotional intelligence in early intervention and emotional wellbeing.
Panellists:
1. Rahul Bose – A seasoned L & D Professional, with a strong underpinning of industry background at BHEL and Tata Steel.
2. Puja Roy – A mental health professional and a gold medallist in health psychology
3. Sarbari Sengupta – A dedicated and passionate educator
4. Debjani Ghosh – A high court lawyer and a social activist
Students Representatives:
5. Abhiraj Dasgupta from The Heritage School
6. Tanisha Majumder from Amity University
7. Moderator – Ritwik Mukherjee, Senior Business Editor, The Statesman
Throughout the month, the campaign will unfold with a series of interactive workshops in schools, colleges, and corporate offices, designed to equip participants with tools for emotional regulation, stress management, and open conversations around mental health along with launch of Mindwell clubs.
Key highlights of the campaign include:
Student and Corporate Workshops: Engaging sessions led by emotional wellness coaches.
Bike Rally for Mental Health: A high-visibility community event advocating for open dialogue and destigmatization.
Expert Webinars: Weekly online sessions tackling relevant topics like emotional regulation, Mindfulness, emotional Intelligence etc.
Social Media Drive: The young and dynamic school students will run the social media campaign with the hashtag #IKnowMyEmotion. The campaign will encourage individuals to share stories, tips, and resources that promote mental health awareness.
“We believe education is the foundation of lasting change,” said Sourish Choudhury, Founder, Sound ‘N’ Mind Foundation. “This campaign is about making emotional awareness a shared responsibility -whether you’re a student, a professional, or a parent.”
