Mental Health Awareness Programme Organised at South Campus, University of Kashmir
South Campus, University of Kashmir, successfully organised a Mental Health Awareness Programme on 2nd June 2026in the Campus Auditorium under the theme “Mental Health Awareness among Girl Students.” The programme, the first of its kind at South Campus, is exclusively for female students aimed to promote awareness about mental health, emotional well-being, resilience, and the importance of seeking professional support when required.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by Prof. Waseem Bari, Director, South Campus, who underscored the growing importance of mental health in academic institutions and highlighted the need to create a supportive, inclusive, and empathetic environment for students. He emphasised that mental well-being is fundamental to academic success, personal growth, and overall quality of life. Prof. Bari also reaffirmed the University's commitment to organising student-centric programmes that contribute to the holistic development of learners and encourage open dialogue on issues affecting their well-being.
The purpose and objectives of the programme were presented by Dr. Moomin Jan, Programme Coordinator, who emphasized that the initiative aimed to create awareness about mental health issues among girl students, encourage open discussions, reduce stigma associated with psychological challenges, and equip students with practical coping strategies for stress, anxiety, and emotional well-being.
The second session was conducted by Prof. Humera Shafi, HOD, Department of Psychology, University of Kashmir, who spoke on “Understanding Mental Health Challenges and Coping Strategies among Female Students.” Through her rich expertise in Health and Social Psychology, Prof. Humera highlighted the psychological challenges faced by young women in contemporary society and shared practical coping mechanisms for managing stress, building resilience, and maintaining emotional balance. Her engaging presentation inspired students to adopt positive self-care practices and foster a healthy approach towards mental well-being.
The highlight of the programme was the expert sessions delivered by two eminent resource persons. Dr. Rehana Amin, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Government Medical College Anantnag, delivered an insightful lecture on “Recognising Early Signs of Anxiety and Depression among Female Students and the Importance of Professional Help.” Drawing upon her extensive clinical and academic experience in psychiatry, Dr. Rehana sensitised students to the early warning signs of common mental health disorders, stressed the significance of timely intervention, and encouraged seeking professional support without hesitation. Her interactive session generated enthusiastic participation from students and helped dispel misconceptions surrounding mental health care.
Interactive question-and-answer sessions further enriched the programme, providing students with an opportunity to engage directly with the experts.
The programme concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Dr. Moomin Jan, who expressed gratitude to the Director, distinguished resource persons, faculty members, staff, scholars and students for their valuable participation and support in making the event a success.
