The first edition of the Inclusive Minds newsletter highlights the project’s early achievements and key findings from our work across Sweden and Austria. The project, co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme, aims to improve the mental health and social inclusion of migrant women in Europe - particularly those aged 40 to 60 - through educational tools and community-based support.
🧠 Understanding Mental Health Perceptions
Many foreign-born women perceive mental health as a holistic state - encompassing emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Their ultimate goal is to achieve stress-free and anxiety-free integration into their host countries.
🚧 Barriers to Inclusion
The newsletter outlines the major hurdles migrant women face:
- Language acquisition difficulties
- Limited employment opportunities
- Challenges in social integration
These obstacles deeply affect their mental health and hinder their ability to gain confidence in their new communities.
💪 Coping and Resilience Strategies
Despite these challenges, many women demonstrate resilience by adopting a range of coping mechanisms, such as:
- Physical activity
- Relaxation practices
- Seeking professional help
- Building and leaning on social support networks
🤝 The Role of Community
The presence of supportive networks - family, friends, and community organizations - is vital in promoting mental health and easing the integration journey. The findings confirm that connection and belonging remain essential pillars for migrant women's well-being.
🔗 More updates and resources will follow in future editions.
Stay tuned and visit our official project website: http://inclusive-minds.eu
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