World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day is a day celebrated annually on October 10th to raise awareness about mental health and to promote efforts to support and improve the mental health of people around the world.

The day was first designated by the World Federation for Mental Health in 1992 as a way to focus attention on the global problem of mental illness and to promote efforts to support and improve the mental health of people around the world. World Mental Health Day is celebrated in countries around the world, with events and activities organized to raise awareness about mental health and to encourage people to seek help if they are struggling with mental health issues.

The day is an opportunity to recognize the progress that has been made in improving the understanding and treatment of mental illness and to renew efforts to ensure that everyone has access to the support and resources they need to maintain good mental health.

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Oct 10 2023
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Promoting Peace

“Rotary promotes intercultural understanding. As we support refugees who have escaped unsafe locations, we also train adults and young leaders to prevent and mediate violence.”

Fighting Disease

“We are committed to eradicating polio for good. In order to prevent additional diseases and increase access to healthcare, we also empower and educate local populations.”

Providing Clean Water

“Every day, we work to expand access to sustainable clean water, sanitation, and hygiene. We don’t merely construct wells and disappear.”

Saving Mothers & Children

“We increase access to affordable, high-quality healthcare, sanitation, education, and employment opportunities to improve the health and well-being of mothers and their offspring.”

Supporting Education

Our mission is to enhance adult literacy, decrease gender disparities in education, and strengthen community capacity to support basic education and literacy.

Growing Local Economies

We conduct charitable endeavors that promote societal and economic growth and chances for young and old people to engage in respectable and worthwhile employment.

Protecting the Environment

We pledge to support initiatives that increase the preservation and protection of natural resources, advance ecological sustainability, and promote harmony between human communities and the environment.