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A Screening and Conversation around Mental Health at the Workplace
Film: Geeli Pucchi
For Ages 13+
Facilitators
For World Mental Health Day 2024, we’ve selected Geeli Pucchi, a short film from the anthology Ajeeb Daastaans, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan. The film delves into the complex intersection of caste, sexuality, and socio-cultural politics within the Indian workplace.
We will be viewing the episode prior to our discussion.
Join us for a thoughtful exploration of mental health and human connection through this remarkable performance.
In collaboration with:
Facilitators
Ashlesha Bagadia
Dr Ashlesha Bagadia was an avid reader and movie buff long before she became a mental health practitioner. For over a decade, she has been using literature and popular media as a platform to engage communities, reduce stigma and create safe spaces for difficult conversations. She is the co-founder of The Green Oak Initiative, a community mental health centre in Frazer Town, which provides mental health care for a diverse range of mental health issues. The organisation also conducts a range of community activities such as book & movie discussions, interactive plays, sports and movement activities, to improve mental wellbeing of the community.
Shilpa Nagaraj
Shilpa Nagaraj first crossed paths with Dr Ashlesha in a professional hospital setting. Their shared love for books and movies sparked lively discussions that led to working closely with Ashlesha, eventually co-deciding the club’s book & movie selections. This journey, from selecting books & movies to exploring diverse perspectives, fuels their excitement for discussing nuances of mental health of literary characters. She is also a Clinical Psychologist affiliated with The Green Oak Initiative.
