A six-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP), ‘Cultivating Campus Well-Being: Mental Wellness Facilitators Across Departments (Train-the-Trainer Mode)’, concluded at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra, on July 4.
The programme aimed to build a sustainable mental health support system on the campus. Around 40 faculty members from different academic departments participated in the workshop.
Mental health expert Dr Sachin Parab led the participants through interactive discussions, reflective practices, experiential activities and mindfulness exercises.
During the sessions, Dr Parab highlighted the importance of self-care, self-esteem, self-respect and self-worth in achieving emotional stability and mental well-being. He also equipped faculty members with practical tools to support both their own well-being and that of their students.
The six-day curriculum included activity-based modules on resilience, inner peace, emotional well-being, anger management, compassion, happiness, teamwork and self-awareness. Participants appreciated the sessions for their practical approach and transformative learning experience.
Thought lab co-coordinator Dr Anshu Parashar thanked the resource persons, guests and the organising team for their support in making the FDP a success. She said the programme marked an important step towards building a mentally healthy, resilient and compassionate campus community.
