The 12-hour MHFA course will teach you how to provide initial support to people with mental health problem or people experiencing mental health crisis. It will cover: 

• Basic knowledge of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders and substance use disorders; 
• Possible crisis arising from these mental health problems (e.g., suicidal behaviors, acute psychotic behaviors, acute stress reactions) and the necessary interventions;
• Early intervention and appropriate support to the person in need before the situation gets worse; 
• Community resources and professional services available in Hong Kong 

Quotes from past MHFA courses: 

• “Very good training course in fundamental level for understanding mental health. Highly recommended.” 
• “Have learnt more detailed information about different mental diseases, useful methods and ways to deal with different situations, very practical.” 
• “The instructors are very professional and they have experience in dealing with students in mental health concerns. The videos are also very useful.”

In this workshop, instructors use applied drama and games to help participants rediscover the joy of play in a safe and comfortable environment. Participants will learn to relieve stress and enjoy laughter while exploring a "new self" through play. This experience will enhance self-awareness, foster a flexible mindset and build resilience and creativity.

In this session, you can focus on your body with static yoga stretching exercises to release pain and practice mindfulness with tea zen to find tranquility in your self-love journey. The session provides a platform for participants to find a body-mind balance.

Remarks:
1. Please wear activewear or clothing that is suitable for movement.
2. Please note us beforehand if you have any injuries.

"Can I Not Go to School?" reframes a taboo question into an opportunity for self-reflection, agency, and authentic engagement with education. Rather than dismissing student doubts, this workshop is designed to validate the disconnect students may feel between institutional expectations and personal meaning. Participants will also learn to distinguish between learning (alive, purposeful) and schooling (mechanical, performative). The workshop aims to empower participants to make conscious choices about their educational journey and inspire renewed engagement through authenticity rather than obligation.

Emotions are a journey of transformation, offering insight into your present state. They reveal when change is necessary, particularly during difficult, frustrating, or confusing times. In this workshop, participants will be guided to explore their emotions and uncover the "energy" and "motion" beneath the surface. Together, these two elements facilitate a dynamic process of transformation, providing the drive and direction needed for change.

What does self-care mean to you? In times of stress, the first thing we drop off is often acts of self-care. Yet, it is often what we need most to keep us physically and mentally well. In this 1.5-hour workshop, we will explore different facets of mental health, what self-care truly means, and different ways to take care of yourself, even during times of stress.