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Parent Orientation – Project Mate

PHASE II  PROJECT MATE – MIND ACTIVATION THROUGH EDUCATION

Parent Orientation

Facilitated by – Prof. Dr. Nand Kumar, Dr. Deepika, Ms. Priyanka

On July 28, 2026, Laxman Public School hosted the MATE Parent Orientation, an initiative designed to bolster adolescent resilience and mental well-being. A distinguished panel of experts in psychiatry, psychology, and educational strategy led the program. Distinguished Facilitators: The orientation featured three prominent leaders in the field of mental health:

  • Prof. Dr. Nand Kumar: A veteran psychiatrist from AIIMS Delhi and a pioneer in Neuromodulation. He is the visionary behind Project MATE, a school-based resilience model, and has spearheaded transformative mental health programs nationally.
  • Dr. Deepika Dahima: An internationally acclaimed counseling psychologist recognized by the United Nations. Her expertise lies in synthesizing ancient Indian wisdom with modern psychological frameworks to provide trauma-informed therapy.
  • Ms. Priyanka Tandon: The strategic architect of Project MATE, who focuses on adolescent emotional development through systems thinking and reflective dialogue. She mentors students to become empathetic leaders and change agents.

Core Objectives and the MATE Framework: The primary goal of the event was to raise parents’ awareness of the necessity of this program for their children’s development. The Project MATE framework emphasizes three critical pillars:

  1. Building Resilience: Encouraging parents to be more receptive to their children’s varying needs and to take a keen interest in connecting with their world.
  2. Self-Calming Techniques: Teaching students how to manage anxiety through experiential workshops, specifically focusing on breathing games and interactive school-based sessions.
  3. Social Connectivity (MATE-5): Implementing the MATE-5 concept to foster meaningful peer connections. This encourages students to feel comfortable sharing problems, practicing self-communication, and seeking appropriate medical or psychosocial support when needed.

Conclusion and Parental Engagement: The orientation concluded with an interactive Q&A session. This segment allowed parents to share the personal challenges they face in their parenting journeys. Dr. Kumar and his team provided enthusiastic, practical solutions, ensuring parents left with actionable guidance to support their children’s mental health.