GreenLight Initiative Advocate for Collective Efforts to Address the Psychological Impacts of Road Crashes and Post-Crash Trauma as the World Commemorates Mental Health Awareness Week 2024
GreenLight Initiative (GLI), a Nigerian non-profit organization committed to advancing good health, transportation safety, and sustainable development, joins the global community in celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 from May 13th to May 19th, 2024.
In alignment with this year’s theme, “Movement: Moving More for Our Mental Health,” GreenLight Initiative calls for collaboration to address the psychological impacts of road crashes and promote coping strategies for those affected by post-crash trauma.
As an organization dedicated to promoting road safety, GreenLight Initiative recognizes the profound psychological toll that road crashes can have on individuals and communities. Beyond physical injuries, survivors, witnesses, and families often grapple with trauma, grief, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), highlighting the urgent need for support and resources to navigate the complexities of healing and recovery.
As champions of holistic well-being and enduring progress, GreenLight Initiative is honored to commemorate Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 by shedding light on the psychological impacts of road crashes and raising awareness about coping strategies. Our mission is to create a supportive environment where individuals feel empowered to seek help and support. By fostering understanding and empathy, we can work towards a future where mental well-being is prioritized, and communities thrive in every aspect of development.
As part of its commitment to mental health advocacy, GreenLight Initiative encourages all Nigerians to join the conversation, raise awareness, and support those affected by road crashes.
GreenLight Initiative remains committed to the interconnected elements of health, environment, leadership, and sustainable development in Nigeria. By addressing mental health challenges, advocating for environmental conservation, nurturing leadership capabilities, and promoting sustainable practices, GreenLight Initiative envisions thriving communities where well-being and development go hand in hand.
Signed:
Patience Agabi
Communication Officer, GreenLight Initiative.