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Boston Media House in Sandton raises R4 000 for SADAG
In an act of unwavering solidarity and encouragement, third-year public relations (PR) students from Boston Media House (BMH) in Sandton banded together to raise over R4 000 for the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) in a bid to champion mental health awareness.
The initiative commenced at the close of August with a pivotal Wellness Wednesday virtual workshop led by a SADAG senior counsellor, drawing participants from the Sandton, Arcadia, and Durban campuses.
The workshop delved into mental health check-ins, delineating between depression, stress, and anxiety, identifying key signs, understanding when and how to seek assistance, and familiarizing attendees with the array of services provided by SADAG.
With a core objective of fundraising for SADAG, the PR students organized raffle ticket sales and orchestrated a lively Feel Good Day Campus Experience.
Teboho Motaung, a key organizer and third-year PR student, expressed that this endeavor united students in a common cause – raising awareness and funds in support of SADAG’s commendable efforts through the nation’s sole 24/7 suicide crisis helpline and other invaluable mental health initiatives.
Reflecting on September 16, Motaung recounted a deeply poignant moment during the Feel Good Day when students paused for a moment of silence to honor loved ones who lost their battle with depression. Candles were kindled beneath a tree of remembrance in a newly landscaped garden, creating a tranquil setting for contemplation. Despite some tears being shed, the moment fostered a sense of shared mindfulness among the campus community, underscoring the critical significance of mental health, well-being, and collective awareness.
Motaung further acknowledged that the entire on-campus effort, which also encompassed vital messaging surrounding International Suicide Awareness Day, would not have materialized without the generous backing of the Boston Media House Sandton and Parkmore community.
“Participating in this undertaking granted us students a fresh appreciation of our role in nurturing a more empathetic, informed, and supportive community,” Motaung remarked. “Through engaging with diverse stakeholders, we cultivated meaningful connections and witnessed the generosity of those rallying behind the cause of prioritizing mental health. This experience underscored the pivotal role of teamwork and the profound impact of garnering support for a truly consequential cause.”
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For more information, see: End the stigma against mental health – Sadag
