PUZ Events & Workshops

1. World Mental Health Day Celebration – October 2025

• Location: Badin

• Activity: Awareness celebration focused on mental health literacy.

• Impact: Increased community engagement and reduced stigma around mental health discussions.

2. Stress Management Seminar – November 20, 2025

• Location: Badin

• Activity:

  • A dedicated seminar on Stress Management conducted to teach practical coping strategies, relaxation techniques, and emotional regulation skills.

• Impact: Empowered participants with tools to manage stress effectively in daily life.

3. Psychological First Aid in Crises – December 9, 2025

• Venue: Indus Hospital & Health Network, Badin Campus

• Role Highlights:

  • Moderator: Danish Khan (CHD Core, PUZ)

  • Facilitator: Ms. Ayesha Kasiri (Assistant Manager, PUZ)

• Objective: Strengthening crisis response and mental health support among healthcare professionals.

• Recognition: Certificates of Appreciation awarded to Moderator and Facilitator for their contributions.

4. Psychological First Aid in Crises – January 16, 2026

• Venue: Transfusion Hall, Blood Centre, Indus Hospital & Health Network, Karachi

• Time: 9:00 AM – 01:00 PM

• Facilitator: Ms. Mishal Ashraf

• Moderator: Ms. Ayesha Kasiri

• Learning Objectives:

  • Define crisis and trauma, and recognize psychological and physical impacts.

  • Identify key principles of Psychological First Aid: Safety, Calmness, Connectedness, Self-efficacy, and Hope.

  • Demonstrate practical PFA techniques in simulated crisis situations.

  • Apply effective listening, empathy, and grounding strategies with distressed individuals.

  • Recognize when and how to refer individuals for professional mental health support.

  • Practice self-care and stress management to maintain emotional well-being while providing PFA.

5. Community Awareness Sessions (Ongoing)

• Locations: Shahdi Large, Sehwan, and other rural areas

• Activity: MHOs conduct daily mental health awareness sessions in communities to:

  • Educate people about mental health and addiction.

  • Reduce stigma and encourage help-seeking behavior.

• Impact: Positive outcomes with increased acceptance and participation in mental health programs.