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The 32nd annual Colour the Sky event combines kite flying with mental health awareness, encouraging people to talk about their wellbeing and reduce stigma. Every ticket and donation supports Cape Mental Health services for more than 71,000 users across 22 intervention programmes in the Western Cape.
is back for its 32nd year, and this time it’s flying for a cause close to home: mental health awareness.is turning the sky into a giant, colourful conversation starter under the theme #ColourTheSky.
It sounds like a stretch until you hear Professor Ingrid Daniels, CEO of Cape Mental Health, explain it.
‘Mental Health Awareness Month gives us an important opportunity to remind people that mental health is part of our everyday lives. It is not something we should only talk about when someone reaches a crisis point. ’‘When people come together, when they talk, when they connect and when they understand that they are not alone, we begin to break down the stigma that prevents so many people from reaching out for help. ’This isn’t just feel-good fluff.
South Africa’s SASH study found that 16,5% of adults experienced a common mental disorder in a 12-month period, with 30,3% affected at some point in their lives. Globally, the World Health Organization estimates more than one billion people live with a mental health condition. Unlock Cape Town’s best experiences for half the price! From unforgettable adventures to hidden gems and mouthwatering restaurants, these limited-time deals won’t last long.
Every ticket and donation goes toward Cape Mental Health’s work, which currently supports more than 71 000 service users through 22 intervention programmes across the Western Cape.
‘We want people to look up and see more than beautiful kites. We want them to see hope. ’Be the first to know – Join our WhatsApp Channel for content worth tapping into!
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