Next summer, I will be travelling to Sri Lanka with SLV on a mental health placement for 5 weeks. Sri Lanka is still suffering from the impact of the 2004 tsunami and the civil war ending in 2009, leaving many people suffering with physical and psychological trauma. SLV is a charity that aims to improve mental health services in Sri Lanka, where there is still widespread stigma, by training volunteers to support people with mental health issues.

I will receive training to work in a psychiatric facility and a rehabilitation centre, as well as working on Youth Teaching Projects; teaching English to children and adults who cannot afford education.

This is a fantastic opportunity for me to help those affected by mental health issues and to raise awareness for mental health in Sri Lanka.

Any donations are gratefully received!

For more information go to: www.slvolunteers.com