Marking 30 Years of Mental Health Advocacy

Nov 20 2023

Richmond Foundation is set to host its Annual Conference 2023 at Villa Arrigo tomorrow at 8:30 am.

This year’s conference holds special significance as it marks the 30th anniversary of the Foundation, which has been dedicated to supporting and advocating for individuals with mental illness. The chosen theme, “From Stigma to Strength: Honouring 30 years of Mental Health Advocacy,” reflects the Foundation’s unwavering commitment to transforming societal attitudes toward mental health.

Founded three decades ago, the Richmond Foundation has played a pivotal role in the mental health landscape, challenging stereotypes and fostering understanding. Over the years, the organization has tirelessly worked to dismantle the stigma associated with mental health issues, advocating for a more inclusive and compassionate society.

The theme for this year’s conference, “From Stigma to Strength,” encapsulates the journey the Foundation has undertaken in the past 30 years. It not only reflects on the progress made in changing perceptions around mental health but also acknowledges the resilience and strength of individuals facing mental health challenges. This theme is a testament to the Foundation’s core mission and its determination to create a world where mental health is treated with the same importance as physical health.

Expert Panels and Discussions: The conference will feature expert panels and discussions led by prominent figures in the field of mental health. These sessions will delve into the progress made in mental health advocacy over the past 30 years and explore the challenges that still persist.

Personal Stories of Resilience: Attendees will have the opportunity to hear firsthand accounts from individuals who have faced mental health challenges and emerged stronger. These personal stories aim to inspire hope and reduce the sense of isolation that often accompanies mental health struggles.

Showcasing Achievements: The Foundation will highlight its achievements and milestones, showcasing the impact of its programs and initiatives. This retrospective look will underscore the positive changes brought about by the organization in the lives of countless individuals.

Interactive Workshops: The conference will include interactive workshops designed to engage participants and provide practical tools for promoting mental well-being. Workshops will cover a range of topics, from destigmatizing language to creating supportive environments.

As the Richmond Foundation’s Annual Conference 2023 unfolds tomorrow at Villa Arrigo, it promises to be a momentous occasion celebrating not only the organisation’s 30 years of dedication but also the collective progress made in mental health advocacy.

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People In Toronto List Other Half Of Bed Due To High Rent Prices

Nov 20 2023

Due to Toronto housing market reportedly skyrocketing in renting prices, people living in apartments have started to list the other half of their own bed for rent to maybe manage the payment.

A Facebook marketplace post showed a listing offering to rent half a queen bed for almost $650 a month.

This was also shared on TikTok by Toronto-based realtor Anya Ettinger, with the listing reading: ‘looking for an easy going female the share the master bedroom and the one Queen-sized bed.’

“I have been previously sharing the bedroom which only has one queen size with roommate I found on Facebook and it worked out perfectly well”, the listing reportedly read. Despite being deleted, the video racked up over 600,000 views.

Moving away from the Canadian context, Maltese rent prices have also become notorious for their increases.

During the first quarter of 2023, the property price index stood at 148.89, a rise of 6.6% when compared to the corresponding quarter of 2022. Maybe the Maltese should start taking a lead out of Ettinger’s book to survive the pricing locally.

What do you think?

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Why The Victoria Hotspurs FC VS Qala FC Match Was Abandoned

Nov 20 2023

In a club statement, Victoria Hotspurs FC announced that the match between them and Qala FC had to be abandoned after cigarette butts hit the linesman.

Addressing an official video statement, Victoria Hotspurs club president Anton Tabone explained why the game was abandoned. A cigarette butt was reportedly thrown by a Hotspurs fan and hit a linesman.

At that point, the game was halted, with the referee addressing the respective coaches and representatives on the benches to explain that if such an incident occurs again, the game will be cancelled.

With few minutes left for the first half to end, the game continued. However, the referee did not return for the second half. Tabone condemned the act by the fan who threw the cigarette, but stated that the decision to end the game was exaggerated.

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Injured Turtle Rescued By Family, Activists & Gozo Channel Staff

Nov 20 2023

A turtle named Hope was successfully rescued after she washed up at Ramla Bay in Gozo with a net tightly entangled round its neck and flippers.

The turtle was found by a family, who kept it calm with a towel soaked in sea-water and gave her the name. Nature Trust and Wildlife Rescue Team Malta thanked the family as well as the staff of Gozo Channel operations Limited.

Due to an extremely long car queue and the turtle’s serious condition, the rescuers could not afford to wait for hours in traffic. Therefore, the Gozo channel ferry staff kindly agreed to help the volunteer carry the large heavy box onto the ferry and off again the other side.

‘Hope has now been handed over to one of our volunteers in Malta to be taken to the vet. We couldn’t have done it without their help.’

Hope’s condition is very serious and weak, but the experts at the rescue team will be doing their absolute best to nurse her back to health.

All the animals rescued by the team are protected species and it is illegal in Malta to keep them as pets.

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