A Mental Health Hike

Hosted By: Ayodele L.

Project For Ages: 20 to 29 Years Old

Project Categories:

• Empowerment
• Mental Health
• Physical Activity
• Wellness Event

Project:

Providing BIPOC young adults (18-30 years old), both singles and couples, interested in developing healthier relationship habits an immersive hiking experience in Crawford Lake that explores the impact of mental health and childhood trauma on relationships, fostering self-awareness and healing. Participants will embark on a hiking trek guided by Deidre-Ann Montague. This is a 1-day experience on September 15th that participants will register to be a part of. Participants will have access to tools and strategies to help them heal from past trauma and develop healthier relationship habits. As well as a supportive community where participants can share experiences and support each other.

Contributing To An Inclusive Canada

By prioritizing the inclusion of underserved BIPOC young adults, the project will contribute significantly to building an inclusive Canada. The collaboration with facilitator/Guide Deidre-Ann Montague reflects the diversity of the participants, ensuring that BIPOC youth see themselves represented in leadership roles.Secondly, the workshop will be tailored to address specific mental health challenges faced by BIPOC youth, such as racism, discrimination, and cultural identity struggles.