Feminist Peer Support

Course Title: Feminist Peer Support

Headline: Empowering Mental Health through Inclusive & Equitable Peer Support Models

Course Description:

In a country grappling with the shadows of stigma and socio-cultural barriers, access to mental healthcare remains a challenge. The rising mental health crisis demands innovative solutions—enter the peer support model. This transformative approach offers a pathway to accessible mental health care, bypassing the discomfort that often accompanies traditional therapeutic relationships. It's not just about providing support; it's about doing so through a feminist lens, one that scrutinizes and overcomes power dynamics, challenges socioeconomic disparities, and integrates cultural and political factors into our understanding of mental well-being.

Understanding Feminist Peer Support:

We begin by laying the foundation of what peer support is and its historical significance. We will delve into the essence of a feminist approach to peer support, unraveling concepts like intersectionality and privilege, and how these frameworks can lead to more nuanced, empathetic, and effective support systems for all.

Skills & Practices:

As we progress through the course, you'll explore the various skills that are pivotal in peer support. We'll cover:

• The Basics of Peer Support: Understand the meaning, history, and foundational principles. 📚

• Adopting a Feminist Approach: Examine your own intersectional identities and privileges to enhance your understanding and approach. 🤔

• Intersectional Lens on Mental Health: Explore mental health issues through the lens of intersectionality, ensuring comprehensive support for diverse experiences. 🌐

• Peer Support Skills: Learn about the practical skills needed to provide effective peer support—from building rapport to active listening, creating a safe space, and more. 🎧

• Boundaries & Self-Care: Recognise the importance of setting boundaries for yourself and others, as well as the significance of self-care in sustaining your ability to offer support. 🛡️✨

About One Future Collective:

One Future Collective is at the forefront of fostering a world rooted in social justice and led by communities of care. Our mission is to ensure that every person has the right to live a life of safety, dignity, and belonging. We empower individuals and build just institutions through people-powered movements. 💪❤️

Join us on this journey to transform the way we approach mental health support. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to become a compassionate, effective peer supporter, advocating for a more inclusive and equitable future for all.

Enroll now and be the change in mental health care! 🌟💪🤝