For as long as I can remember, I have had opportunities to journey with people through the highs and lows of their lives. It wasn't until I approached the end of my bachelor's degree that I felt strongly compelled to serve marginalized communities full-time as a mental health practitioner.

2) Describe what a typical day would look like
"It's never a dull day at Dignity!" is what I tell anyone who asks. Ideally, I plan to see 3-4 clients a day, conduct 1-2 workshop sessions a week, research best practices to improve my intervention plans, and as Wellness Lead, collaborate with Management to build and strengthen structures for enhancing our school climate.

In reality, the communities Dignity serves are highly vulnerable to numerous adversities, especially post-pandemic. Consequently, a significant portion of client cases often involves welfare issues, including child protection and safety concerns. Most of my workday is spent collaborating with relevant practitioners, clients, their families, our teachers, and the Welfare Team to enhance the well-being of the clients and their entire support system.

3) What do you find most rewarding about being a Wellness Lead?
I find it incredibly rewarding to be a witness to moments of epiphany and the subsequent positive transformations that also impact their community as my clients become more resilient. I emphasize the word "allowed" because change can only occur when clients genuinely share their experiences, permit us to offer insights, and acknowledge the changes.