Yathisa Arunoprayoch
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Yathisa Arunoprayoch

What is your specific area of interest in youth mental health advocacy?

Community-based advocacy, Suicide Prevention Advocacy, Education and Awareness Advocacy.

why is youth mental health advocacy important to you?

Youth mental health advocacy is crucial to me as it bridges empathy with empowerment. Recognising the challenges young minds face, I'm driven to break stigmas, amplify voices and provide tools for wellbeing. Witnessing positive change fuels my dedication to nurturing a compassionate world that prioritises the mental health of our youth.

how would you describe mental health in your community?

Thailand's mental health journey faces cultural, funding and resource challenges. Ongoing efforts to raise awareness, bolster the workforce, integrate care and leverage digital tools reflect a growing acknowledgment of the significance of mental wellbeing. Addressing these holistically can prioritise mental health, destigmatise it, and ensure accessibility for all.

Project summary

This project confronts the pressing issue of youth suicide in Thailand, centering on empowering young individuals as proactive contributors in prevention. The primary objective is to develop effective strategies aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals 3 and 4, emphasising mental health and suicide prevention. Through empowering youth, the project aspires to create a substantial regional impact, nurturing a society that highly regards the mental wellbeing of its young generation.

Strategic approaches to my project are:

  • Leveraging Community Support and Digital Technology.
  • Combine community engagement and digital solutions.
  • Collaborate with mental health tech platforms for interactive resources.
  • Online platforms and apps with self-help tools, coping strategies, and support information.