Breaking the Silence – Conversations on Loneliness in the Corporate World – XLRI ALUMNI MEET 2024 KOLKATA

On June 8, 2024, the MIND HELP – initiative of World Mental Healthcare Association, in collaboration with the XLRI Alumni Association Kolkata Chapter, hosted an impactful workshop at ITC Royal Bengal titled “Breaking the Silence: Conversations on Loneliness in the Corporate World.”

🎤 The event kicked off with insightful remarks from Mr. Arnab Chakraborty, Vice President of Human Resources CESC and President of the XLRI Alumni Association Kolkata, emphasizing the critical importance of mental health in corporate environments.

🗣️ Mr. Sumit Goswami, Consulting Partner at Tech Mahindra and Mentor of WMHA, provided an enlightening introduction, highlighting the essential role of mental well-being in the productivity and happiness of corporate employees.

🌟 Leading the main session, Ms. Molly Thambi, Joint Secretary at ANTARA Psychiatric Hospital and a distinguished psychologist, shared invaluable insights and practical strategies to combat loneliness in the workplace. Her expertise equipped attendees with effective tools for fostering a more supportive and inclusive corporate culture.

🤝 Concluding the event, Mr. Sukreet Shome extended an invitation to all attendees to become MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCATES with the World Mental Healthcare Association. This role encourages participants to actively support and advocate for improved mental well-being within their professional spheres.

💬 This workshop not only shed light on the pressing issue of loneliness in the corporate world but also underscored the collaborative efforts necessary to cultivate healthier work environments. Through such initiatives, MIND HELP continues to lead the way in promoting mental health awareness and advocacy in professional settings.