HEALthy ME

The HEALthy ME project aims to raise awareness among young people and youth workers about the challenges of mental health in multicultural contexts, such as those in Portugal and North Macedonia. 

In a post-pandemic period where stress and anxiety levels are increasingly high, there is a growing need to encourage students, teachers, and youth professionals to learn more about mindfulness, relaxation techniques, and stress management so that they have the easy tools to overcome these problems. This project brings an innovative aspect, relying on people with preventive tools, for the present and for the future. 

HEALthy ME also arises from the need for alternative practices in schools that support and improve the well-being of their students. Thus, one of the objectives is to promote the implementation of mindfulness dynamics, stress prevention, and training, aligned with the real needs and interests of the school environment, with a greater focus on disadvantaged and marginalized communities. To achieve this goal, the project adopts a comprehensive approach, involving the entire school community, from students to teachers. Therefore, HEALthy ME is not aimed at a single age group, but at the educational community as a whole: 

• Young people (Students aged 16-24) from disadvantaged or marginalized communities 

• Educators (Teachers, School Counselors, and Youth Professionals) 

• Parents, family members, administrative staff, and policymakers 

The HEALthy ME project includes: 

• Mindfulness Training for Youth (Ohrid, North Macedonia) – A four-day program with guided meditation, journaling, and stress management workshops. 

• Training of Trainers (Portugal) – A four-day program for educators on integrating mindfulness into teaching. 

• Curriculum Development – Creating structured mindfulness resources. 

• Online Platform & Awareness Campaigns – Ensuring long-term accessibility and engagement.

Projeto em curso.