Projects
MHR Map of Professionals
With our map, we hope to make the process of finding a psychologist or psychiatrist more accessible to everyone! The platform features numerous interactive filters, such as filters for:
- free or discounted services
- experience and openness toward the LGBTQ community
- experience with different conditions and vulnerable groups
- online and telephone services
Let’s bring Mental Health to Schools
In autumn 2021, we launched a nationwide project through which Mental Health for Romania volunteers have been delivering mental health workshops in high schools across the country.
The workshops, designed by researchers in the fields of psychology and psychiatry, teach students how to identify the most common mental health problems and disorders, self-help and emotion management strategies, methods and resources for seeking specialised help, and how they can support their loved ones.
Discord Server
Online peer support community
- over 2300 members
- thematic channels dedicated to mental health
- channels for hobbies, discussions, and resources
- Q&A sessions with psychologists
- movie nights, games and study sessions
Art Contest
Art is often valued for its ability to help us express and channel emotions that we would otherwise find difficult to put into words. We believe that any form of art that addresses mental health can contribute to a better understanding of the experiences of people affected by mental disorders and, at the same time, raise awareness of this issue.
For this reason, in 2020 we launched the Mental Health for Romania Creative Contest, which has had three editions so far, with over 500 entries.
Blog & Podcast
We strive to offer a wide variety of articles and podcasts – informative content, interviews, personal experiences, and recommendations for movies and books on the topic of mental health.
Do you have a story you’d like to share on our blog or podcast?
Research
We want to better understand what Romanians face regarding mental health, how this topic is viewed in the country, and how prepared the Romanian healthcare system is.
We do this in two ways: by seeking and analysing existing studies, and by conducting our own studies. In 2021, we conducted our first study focused on the mental health of students in Romania, with 1300 participants from across the country.
LGBTQ Projects
Through our projects, we aim to help LGBTQ+ individuals find a suitable specialist, share information about mental health and personal stories specifically for queer people, and create a safe space and community where queer people can express themselves freely.
Collaborations
Over time, we have joined forces with various organisations to inform young people and contribute to improving their access to specialised services. See more details about our collaborations so far in our annual reports.
