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Are you an Erasmus Mundus student or alumni? Join the Mindful Mundus project and be part of a transformative movement aimed at fostering mental health and intercultural competence within the Erasmus community. Find more about it here.
 

Why Mindful Mundus?

The Erasmus Mundus program is an enriching experience, offering exposure to diverse cultures and educational environments. However, adapting to new cultures and managing mental health can be challenging. Mindful Mundus is an innovative initiative that addresses these challenges head-on, acknowledging that mental well-being is crucial for making the most of the Erasmus experience.
 

Who are we?

Dayana Sánchez (Project Coordinator and Logistics leader)

Diana Lizarazo (Project Coordinator and Outreach & Recruitment leader)

Raquel Galeano (Communications & Marketing leader)

Daryl Valdez (Data Collection and analysis leader)

And a team of several dedicated volunteers that believe in the importance of mental health.
 

What do we aim to achieve?

Mindful Mundus aims to empower Erasmus students and alumni by:

• Providing webinars, workshops, and support groups focusing on mental health and intercultural competence.
• Creating an inclusive community that encourages open dialogue on mental health.
• Increasing awareness and understanding of mental health issues among the Erasmus community and beyond
• Offering capacity-building and professional development for alumni.
• Developing an accessible repository of resources for the entire Erasmus community.

How do we do it?

Through the development of the Mindful Mundus programme, a six-week programme that includes mental health and intercultural competence topics containing:

• Webinars & Workshops: Engaging live and recorded sessions on mental health, cultural adaptation, and intercultural competence.
• Support Groups: Safe spaces for students to share experiences and build community.
• Resource Development: A repository of informative materials, recordings, tools, and key information on mental health.
• Data and Needs Assessment: Gathering data to tailor the program to the needs of Erasmus Mundus students and evaluate its impact.

Be a part of the movement

• Mindful Mundus Experts: Are you an alumnus with expertise in mental health, diversity, or global mobility? Help design and deliver the program. Apply here!
• Mindful Mundus Ambassadors: Are you a student who is struggling with mental health or is interested in learning and developing skills in emotional intelligence, intercultural competence, and mental health?  Sign up to be one of our 100 ambassadors here.
• Mindful Mundus Fellows: Do you want to gain skills in data analysis, marketing, outreach, and organisation of projects? Volunteer in the project, gather critical project skills, and contribute to its success. Sign up here.

What’s the Impact?

• Erasmus students will be equipped to address mental health challenges and adapt to different cultures.
• Alumni will have opportunities for professional development.
• The creation of a supportive Erasmus community that acknowledges and addresses mental health.
• The development of an accessible resource repository that will serve the wider Erasmus community.
• Recognition for the Mindful Mundus Experts, Ambassadors, and Fellows for their impact on mental health awareness.

The Ripple Effect

Mindful Mundus is not just a project; it’s a movement for mental health awareness and community building. By joining, you become a catalyst for positive change, empowering not only yourself but also your peers and the wider community. The Mindful Mundus community will serve as role models, inspiring others through their commitment to personal growth and community well-being.

Join Mindful Mundus and be part of this transformative journey!

 

Diana Marcela Lizarazo Pereira

Norway, Oslo, July 6th, 2023