In this proposal we aim to:
• Publish 500 copies of 100 Days With Vrbs and give these away as we celebrate the Thanksgiving week and the closing of Mental Health and Suicide Awareness month. During this week-long event there will be 3 activities, (Social Experiment, Live-talk Seminar, Car-Free Sunday).The 100 Days With VRBS is a journal made to help you prioritize your problems, fears, and concerns. Providing an opportunity for positive self-talk and identifying negative thoughts and behaviors.
• Do a social experiment that aims to get not just the attention of the people who struggles mentally, but also those who are not aware that mental health problem do exists. As mental health stigma has been a very hot topic in the country right now, this kind of activity will be impactful and will leave a positive mark to the community. Distribute 150 journals and documentation will be posted on all available social media platforms.
• Join the Car-Free Sunday with a theme "VRBS Run, Walk, Move for Mental Health." Car-Free Sunday is a weekly event where the road is closed to vehicles, creating a pedestrian-friendly space for activities like running, jogging, and biking. With the increase in number of the runners and joggers in the country, a recent study was conducted and discovered that most people don't run for physical fitness, but for their mental health. Distribute 150 journals.
• Do a free open for all live-talk seminar at a public space as we end the week celebration. Professional mental health advocates will be invited to do the seminar for 1 hour. Give 150 journals to participants.
• The remaining 50 journals will be donated in the public library. Take A Journal, Leave A Book. Additional 50 books will be expected to be donated in the community library.
• Total ask: $1520
WHY 100 DAYS WITH VRBS?
• Mental health stigma is a pervasive problem rooted in cultural values like shame, fear of judgement, and a reluctance to seek professional help for mental health issues. While a person is experiencing these problems, journaling is one of the ways to help them release their feelings, emotions and organize thoughts. It is known to not only foster creativity, but also known to improve mental health.
• 100 Days With VRBS is carefully made with the help of a mental health professional to make sure that the contents were appropriate. The journal aims to accompany them with their journey.
• Digital Copy of the book will also be provided in case someone wants to do the same thing in their community.
TIMELINE AND DISTRIBUTION STRATEGY
TEAM
Kimmydeuk: Nounish 2D digital artist, book author, currently working with Vrbs Coffee and Stray Strong. Worked with various projects within Nouns community. Creator of Lil Bean.
Skwalo09: A Nounish digital illustrator for 4 years. Worked for TNS, The Yellow Collective, Tiny Dinos, Alps DAO, and POAP Artist for various events.
Event Facilitator: Makati Runs Club & Mental Health Professional Advocates
Thank you so much for giving your time reading our prop. We are looking forward to have your support as we gather for this week-long event and leave a long-lasting impact in the community.
