Our impact Activities MIND-SPRING Mind-Spring is a psychoeducational group programme by and for asylum seekers and refugees that is presented in the participants’ native language. It is always run by a trainer who has a refugee or immigrant background. The main goal of the Mind-Spring programme is to improve the mental health of asylum seekers and refugees, help them integrate socially and culturally, empower them to build a future in their new community, and increase their sense of control. Through 7 weekly sessions of 2 hours, we look together for balance in your life so that you can find your way, build a strong and positive identity and increase your sense of control for the future in your new community. The topics covered are: A normal reaction to an abnormal situation Stress, stress symptoms, and the vicious cycle How to cope/deal with stress Loss and mourning Identity Cultural differences A spring towards the future Each Mind-Spring programme consists of: Seven two-hour sessions, which end with 15 minutes of relaxation exercises The last session ends with feedback and a party to celebrate the completion of the course A cultural trip after completing the course Interested? Contact Meddia Kendi at [email protected] or on 07717147919 Here is some feedback we have received from our previous sessions Wigdan: “After Mind-Spring I learned how to think positively. I also learnedthat anyone who has experienced loss, better to stand up again and try toregain what they have lost” Fadela: "I am from Kuwait. I have been in the UK for 2 years, but I haven'tstudied or done anything. I didn't have any hope. I always had negativeenergy and pessimism. It's only after joining Mind-Spring sessions that Idecided to go to college. Meddia helped me change my view. I am moreoptimistic now and I want to be a part of any programme I can be. I want to thankOasis from top to bottom for their support.” Maisa: “After joining MS sessions, I recognised that it’s not only me who hasproblems and that my issues seem small in comparison to others. When I firstcame, my mentality was sub-zero. I feel stronger and learned that everythingis possible.” Yusif: “To be a refugee is not easy and Mind-Spring helped us to deal withthese feelings. Mind-spring is a very good and beneficial programme. I havetransferred what I have learned to my family as well. My wife who was alwayscrying and alone is now much happier.” Abdalla: “When I arrived, I felt alone and isolated. Now I feel I have a “family”and I can share my sad and happy experiences with the group. I was alwayswaiting and counting the days between sessions. We learned a lot of thingswe weren’t aware of. I would like the programme to continue. 10/10 for thisprogramme.”