The digital world and its multiple social media channels place increasing pressure on teenagers to have a presence online. It’s an open debate as to whether there is a causal link between social media use and mental health. With the number of likes a post generates becoming a proxy for popularity, teens inevitably compare […]
We’re delighted that Operation Santa Claus is supporting Coolminds, with a grant to the youth mental health initiative led by KELY Support Group and Mind HK, in partnership with The Weez Project. The Operation Santa Claus launch ceremony was held at the amazing Tai Kwun building, the former prison and police station turned arts centre […]
West Island School took the 2018 Weez Cup on 13 November, beating HKFC Rovers 4-2 in a highly energetic game. Ann and Tony handed the Weez Cup to WIS captain Matthew. It was heartwarming to see you all turn out for the match and to share some moments together remembering Jamie.
Tony met Alan Shearer at the Football Club and talked with him about the Weez Project. He kindly donated a Shearer shirt. Thank you, Alan! We’ll be back with news on what we do with the shirt!
West Island School take on HKFC Rovers for the 2018 Weez Cup on Tuesday 13 November in memory of Jamie. The game starts at 7.30 will be held at the Hong Kong Football Cub. All welcome!
Tony will be running in the Unicef 10k at Disneyland on 25th November for the Weez Project. Donations, sponsorships and encouragement welcome! You can donate by going to the KELY Support website using the Support Us link on the Weez Project site. Please note it’s for The Weez Project in Remarks on the form. […]
The younger brother of one of Jamie’s friends created this skateboard for a school graffiti project. He told his teacher why he chose these images. Developing emotional literacy in children is an important part of their education and we shouldn’t be fearful of talking about mental health, just be careful to do so in words […]
The Chief Executive’s policy address fell on World Mental Health Day. That could have been an opportunity to talk openly about the problems faced by people struggling with their mental well-being, to show compassion. It could also have provided a stage to outline practical policy measures to help alleviate the endemic under provision in our […]
It’s World Mental Health Day on 10 October. So, let’s talk! Check in with kids, family and friends and ask how they are feeling. A simple conversation showing care and kindness can make a big difference to someone’s mood. Keep yourself and those around you mentally healthy with the five ways to well-being. Great initiative […]
Calling all Young Hong Kongers! Please Let us know your views on mental health. Please pass this survey from Mind HK to as many young people as you can! Coolminds Survey