Art against the stigma of mental disorders: “We need your hand, your understanding, not that you run away”.

By Quique Sesé in El Mundo “””

(…) the experiences that make life difficult on a daily basis for people suffering from mental illness, a diagnosis that is aggravated by the strong stigma that still exists in society.

Shining in the Darkness (BELO) tries to fight against this reality and the silence that surrounds it with brushstrokes of art. Promoted by Europamundo Vacations, Rotary, Lealtic, Universitas XXI, Andersen, Amafe and Hermanas Hospitalarias Aita Menni, BELO proposes to…

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Victims of mental illness stigma: “You have to surround yourself with people who support you and understand you”.

By Quique Sesé in El Mundo “””

Stopping to listen to the story of people who suffer from a mental disorder and understand their inner world is an indispensable way to break the stigma. We do it with Mateo, Javier Martín, Eva Piedad’s brother, Eduardo Matute and Johana.

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Thank You Note

We are incredibly excited to announce that **EL MUNDO** has published not one, but two articles about our BELO project and the Lights In The Dark Contest. 🎉✨

We would like to express our deepest gratitude to the team of **EL MUNDO** and the brave journalist Quique Sesé. With more than 30 years of history, **EL MUNDO** has been a pillar of integrity and quality in Spanish journalism, and its commitment to such important issues as mental health demonstrates its dedication to a better informed and more compassionate society.

Quique Sesé’s courage in tackling a topic full of taboos not only gives a voice to those who suffer in silence, but also enlightens society as a whole, encouraging a discussion that is as necessary as it is urgent. According to the WHO, one in four people in the world will be affected by mental disorders at some point in their lives. By shedding light on these challenges, we help to destigmatize and promote a deeper and more empathetic understanding.

We invite you to read the articles and join this crucial cause. Here are the links:
– Primer artículo: https://www.elmundo.es/ciencia-y-salud/salud/2024/05/24/662b7173e4d4d8461c8b4573.html
– Second article: https://www.elmundo.es/ciencia-y-salud/salud/2024/05/24/662ca048fdddff270a8b457e.html

Thank you, EL MUNDO, Quique Sesé and all the team, for being our allies in this vital mission. Together, we are building a more understanding and caring society. 🥰🙌