Portuguese municipalities launch mental health awareness initiatives

Municipalities in Portugal are launching various initiatives to observe Mental Health Awareness Month and World Mental Health Day.

In Cascais, a month-long program has commenced, featuring diverse activities for all ages. Key events include the ‘Dá Luz Verde à Saúde Mental’ campaign to combat stigma, the ‘O Meu Olhar’ photography exhibition, and the Art Weekend at Quinta do Pisão. The program also addresses digital wellness with a guide on balanced screen use, provides seminars for youth, and offers specific initiatives for the elderly, such as the ‘Café Memória’ to address social isolation.

Azambuja will host the inaugural ‘Festival das Emoções’ on October 10 at the Municipal Pavilion. This family-oriented event aims to promote socio-emotional skills in children through creative workshops, games, and performances, such as the show ‘Raiz, Folha e Frutos’. The festival is designed to provide a space for community connection and emotional expression.