Irrsinnig Menschlich e.V.
Irrsinnig Menschlich e.V. is a non-profit organization from Leipzig that has been promoting the mental health of young people for over 20 years. With innovative programs like "Verrückt? Na und!" and training for teachers, the association is committed to destigmatization and resilience.
About Irrsinnig Menschlich e.V.
editIrrsinnig Menschlich e.V., an internationally active non-profit organization based in Leipzig, has been dedicated to promoting the mental health of young people for over 20 years. With a wide range of prevention programs, the association aims to improve understanding of mental crises and disorders, reduce stigma, and strengthen resilience. The programs of Irrsinnig Menschlich e.V. have received multiple awards and are continuously evaluated to ensure their effectiveness.
Key Products and Services
editThe core of the work of Irrsinnig Menschlich e.V. is the program "Verrückt? Na und!", which invites students from the 8th grade onwards in schools to engage with issues of mental health. These school days provide an authentic experience that encourages overcoming challenges and strengthens the class community. The offering is complemented by training for teachers, who act as multipliers and contribute to the destigmatization of mental disorders.
Mission and Values
editThe mission of Irrsinnig Menschlich e.V. is to promote the mental health of young people and provide them with the tools to cope with mental crises. The association advocates for a society where mental health is openly discussed and those affected can seek help without prejudice. Values such as empathy, openness, and respect are at the core of the work.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editIrrsinnig Menschlich e.V. aims to design its programs sustainably and implement them in various cultural contexts. By collaborating with over 130 partners in Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia, a broad impact is achieved. The association works closely with international networks such as Ashoka and the BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt to further scale its programs and promote the mental health of young people worldwide.
Relevance and Impact
editWith its programs, Irrsinnig Menschlich e.V. reaches tens of thousands of young people each year and helps raise awareness of mental health. The work of the association is particularly important in times of increasing mental stress, exacerbated by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. By promoting resilience and providing support services, Irrsinnig Menschlich e.V. makes a valuable contribution to the mental health and well-being of young people.
Sources:
edit- https://www.irrsinnig-menschlich.de/en/
- https://www.irrsinnig-menschlich.de/psychisch-fit-schule/
- https://www.irrsinnig-menschlich.de/regionalgruppe-suchen/
- https://www.irrsinnig-menschlich.de/irrsinnig-menschlich-verein/wer_ist_irrsinnig_menschlich_verein/
- https://www.irrsinnig-menschlich.de/en/privacy-policy/