Attaining and prioritising our mental health is unquestionably important as we navigate through a global pandemic. Islamic Relief Pakistan by realising the need, celebrated Mental Health Week under the theme ‘Let’s Heal Together’ at all of it’s offices across Pakistan including Country Office in the capital Islamabad, Sindh, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Micro Finance Office in Rawalpindi.

The purpose driven week was all about breaking free from stressful routine and situations. Including activities like Art Therapy, Meditation Retreat, Movie Night, Green Pod, Indoor and outdoor games and Surah e Rahman Therapy; the whole week was an opportunity to reenergise the staff.

Staff members actively participated in all events and learned different ways of coping stress and anxiety which they come across every day.

The effort was also directed at helping staff to find their purpose and direction which ultimately bolsters the performance and enhances the productivity at work and in personal lives.

During these stressful times, sticking together and practicing empathy is what we all need.