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OUR MILIEU PROJECT

An initiative involving interprofessional collaboration to promote children’s and youth’s mental well-being through community outreach programs for mental health in Singapore, providing youth mental health support and innovative mental health programs for youths.

ABOUT OUR MILIEU PROJECT

Our Milieu Project (OMP) is a pilot project launched to promote a series of children and youth programmes and initiatives targeting mental health and overall well-being. In an era where mental health challenges are increasingly prevalent among the younger population, the need for comprehensive support systems and greater awareness is more critical than ever.

This project is supported by the interprofessional collaboration of experts in children and youth work from Boys’ Town’s four key services—Clinical Intervention Centre, YouthReach, Adventure Centre, and Sanctuary Care. Inspired by Boys’ Town’s vision of a C.A.R.I.N.G milieu, OMP aims to bolster mental health outreach for children and youths. As part of its offerings, OMP provides amental fortitude training programme designed for young individuals at risk while promoting mental strength and emotional resilience in children and youths in our society.

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A mental health community outreach programme for youth in singapore

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OBJECTIVES OF OUR COMMUNITY OUTREACH SUPPORT PROGRAMMES FOR YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH

Our Milieu Project is a multifaceted initiative aimed at creating a positive and supportive environment for youth mental health in Singapore. We're dedicated to creating a society where mental health challenges are understood, accepted, and addressed openly.

MENTAL HEALTH OUTREACH FOR YOUTHS

Our Milieu Project actively empowers and engages with young people through a meticulously curated series of both online and onsite strength-based programmes. We offer accessible mental health resources, fostering a safe and supportive environment where they feel comfortable seeking help and expressing their struggles. Additionally, we strive to educate youths on managing their mental well-being effectively.

REDUCING STIGMA AND ENCOURAGING DIALOGUE

Through community-based engagements like mobile interventions, learning sessions, and exhibitions, we strive to create a societal shift towards greater awareness, understanding and acceptance of mental health challenges. We are dedicated to advocating for mental health by dismantling the stigma associated with it and encouraging open dialogue.

EMPOWERING YOUTHS AND FAMILIES

OMP is committed to educating and equipping children and youths, as well as families and educators, with the necessary knowledge and tools to navigate mental health issues effectively. Through targeted workshops and interventions, we empower young individuals with coping strategies and emotional regulation techniques, fostering mental strength, emotional resilience, and positive self-esteem. Our efforts aim to raise awareness and advocate for mental health resources and support within the community.

SUPPORTING CHILDREN & YOUTH MENTAL WELL-BEING THROUGH PROGRAMMES AND INITIATIVES

Our Milieu Project goes beyond awareness, actively promoting mental well-being through engaging and impactful community outreach programmes and initiatives tailored for youths, families, and the community.

Social Media Campaigns

OMP's social media campaigns utilise Instagram to address key mental health topics, including self-care, managing anxiety, understanding emotions through colours, suicide awareness, and more. These concise, engaging posts aim to inform, support, and foster a community dialogue among youths on vital mental health issues.

School-Based And Community Roadshows (Wander-Land)

OMP extends its reach into schools and communities through Wander-land, a novel carnival designed to immerse participants in the playful activities targeting good mental health. Wander-land is led by our team of trained counsellors, youth workers, and psychologists experienced in working with children and youth. Attendees gain insights into supporting others and themselves, leaving with valuable resources on active mental well-ness coping strategies.

OUTREACH CAMPAIGN: CAREGIVER STRESS AWARENESS

Our outreach programmes seek to educate and promote help-seeking behaviour for parents facing caregiving stress. Through helping struggling parents with resources and referrals, this initiative highlights the importance of ensuring children’s emotional and mental health stability. Thereby laying a strong foundation for children’s development and alleviating parental stress.

Parent-Child Adventure-Based Workshops

Supporting a child’s growth and mental wellness isn’t always straightforward. Our parent-child adventure-based workshops are designed to deepen family connections through well-being-focused activities. These engaging outdoor sessions not only foster improved parent-child communication, but also introduce techniques to build emotional regulation skills, resilience and a stronger sense of self. As families navigate these outdoor challenges together by choice, they cultivate a supportive environment that nurtures mental health, seamlessly blending personal growth with collective well-being.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR MENTAL FORTITUDE PROGRAMME IN SINGAPORE

In today's fast-paced and ever-changing world, youths face a myriad of challenges that can test their mental resilience. From academic pressures and social dynamics to navigating the complexities of online interactions, these experiences can significantly impact their mental well-being. Strengthening mental fortitude is crucial for youths as it equips them with the ability to cope with stress, overcome adversities, and approach life's challenges with confidence and positivity. Our mental health youth outreach programme focuses on building these skills, providing youths with the tools to nurture a positive mindset and develop protective factors that contribute to a stronger, more resilient self.

The Boys’ Town team comprises highly qualified professionals with extensive experience in child and youth development, mental health, and education. Our staff includes certified psychologists, trained counsellors and social workers, who are dedicated to supporting the mental and emotional growth of youths.

By utilising evidence-based practices and engaging in continuous professional development, our team ensures that they are well-equipped to provide effective guidance and support. Their expertise allows them to tailor interventions that meet the unique needs of each youth, helping to nurture mental strength and emotional resilience within a supportive and understanding environment.