University of Manitoba presents: Movies for Mental Health (Online)

A virtual workshop featuring award-winning short films and a panel discussion with students and local mental health resources. All are welcome!

Featured Campus and Community Resources:

Counselling Centre, University of Manitoba

Canadian Mental Health Association (Manitoba and Winnipeg)

Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba

 Featured National/Provincial Resources:

Crisis Services Canada

Kids Help Phone (all ages)

Wellness Together Canada

Black Youth Helpline

Trans Lifeline

Resource Locator

Details

Day:Monday
Date:March 22, 2021
Time:6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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Venue

University of Manitoba
66 Chancellors Cir
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
Online

Workshop Evaluation

Click here to download a summary of the post-workshop evaluations.
100% of attendees felt the event created awareness of mental health issues
100% said that the workshop helped them confront and address stigma related to mental illness
87% of those not already receiving support reported an increased likelihood to reach out for help
My main takeaway was that we were never alone in this journey. We all have each other. Also, there are A LOT of resources/organizations ready to help. "
-Workshop Attendee

Interactive Presentation

Films Screened

Films screened and discussed at this workshop

Apr
2020
Aug
2019
The Opioid of Genocide
Georgina Lightning
Jun
2015
Three
Karen Hua
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Partners

The Winnipeg Foundation Established in 1921, The Winnipeg Foundation's mission to be a catalyst for strengthening community well being, now and for future generations, by promoting philanthropy, creating partnerships and supporting diverse charitable organizations. The Foundation is a generous supporter of AWI Canada's campus and community workshops in Winnipeg.

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