We’re excited to announce the return of the @UWRaise’s 2024 XChanges annual conference on Saturday, October 5th! 🎉
In the aftermath of COVID-19, the stark reality emerged that many individuals struggle with mental health issues. Today, the importance of mental well-being remains, especially among students. Regrettably, BIPOC communities still encounter significant barriers in accessing crucial mental health resources, perpetuated by oppressive systemic structures and white privilege. As a result, there exists an alarming gap in people receiving the necessary assistance to address or recognize their mental health challenges.
Dissecting barriers; Mental Wellness from a Racialized Lens
XChanges 2024 is committed to dismantling oppressive systemic barriers within BIPOC spaces and weaving together the experiences and ideologies of racialized health care physicians. By highlighting the insufficient support received by BIPOC communities, our aim is to significantly impact students’ mental health, and prioritize their well-being. By including the nine dimensions of wellness for racialized students to learn and understand mental health, we are on a mission to foster a community that embraces the mind, creating an environment where students feel empowered to seek and receive the support they need comfortably.
What is XChanges?
Community building is one of RAISE’s three pillars, which is about engaging with the Waterloo community through events. We achieve this by hosting different events, both big and small. Our annual event, called XChanges, is a conference that is usually an opportunity for us to invite external folks to talk about their experiences or share their insight based on a given theme.
The conference will feature inspiring speakers, engaging workshops, and talented artists. Join us for this educational and empowering experience where we can unite and embrace mental wellness together. 💪🌟
Save the Date & RSVP below! ❤️
Questions related to the event? Email raise@wusa.ca
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Disclaimer: Photographers & videographers will record this event. Images and audio may be broadcast, reproduced, and/or made available in print publications, online or on mobile devices, and may form part of one or more audio-visual productions intended for initial release on the internet, television and on home or mobile devices. By attending this event, you are consenting to the use of your appearance, image, and voice in the production and in any promotion or use of the production in any media throughout the world.
All attendees must fill out the following waiver and may not be admitted to the event if you have not filled it out. You will be emailed a confirmation after your submission.
Event is subject to change. Visit this page for the most up to date details.