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We're thrilled to introduce you to the South Asian Health Awareness Society (SAHAS) team.  Ektha Aggarwal,Siddharth Gandhi and Neena Dolwani from the SAHAS team join host Kadam Malik to discuss mental health, wellness and so much more.

Check out their Gala on October 14, 2023 at 6PM
SAHAS - South Asian Mental Health Gala
Santa Monica Rooftop: 395 Santa Monica Place, #308, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Buy tickets: https://allevents.in/santa%20monica/sahas-south-asian-mental-health-gala/10000696451865277

W HAT IS SAHAS?

The South Asian Health Awareness Society “SAHAS” has been created to help break the stigma of navigating mental health challenges within the South Asian community. SAHAS means courage, bravery, and strength in Hindi.

We promote awareness, advocacy and support around the topic of mental health.

At the heart of this movement lies a profound philosophy: By changing ourselves, we change the world.

* This is a nonprofit fundraising event. Portion of the proceeds will be generously donated to South Asian mental health programs throughout Orange County and Los Angeles.

T HE PURPOSE:

SAHAS 2023 is not just a Gala — it is a testament to the immense potential of the South Asian community in Southern California. The shared purpose of SAHAS is to:

• Eradicate the stigma surrounding mental health in honor of World Mental Health Day
• Create a safe and open space for participants to engage in honest conversations, empowering individuals to share their experiences, facilitating empathy and healing, while celebrating their resilience
• Promote a cultural environment for discussing mental health, as it is crucial for fostering connection, understanding, and enables individuals to seek support without fear of judgment or stigma 

W HAT YOUR TICKET GETS YOU:

- South Asian inspired dinner

- Drink ticket + discounted drink prices

- Raw stories panel discussion

- Entertainment

- Donation to South Asian mental health in Southern California

- A memorable night you'll live to tell for the rest of the year!

T HE TAKEAWAY:

Prepare to be inspired by real-life stories of South Asians who have triumphed over mental health stigmatization within our community. Their narratives will leave an indelible impact, offering tangible tools for healing our own wounds. By actively engaging in this collective journey, we uplift one another and cultivate the power to effect transformation in our own lives.

Join us as we empower one another, embrace our strengths, and embark on a remarkable journey of personal growth, healing and shared progress.

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