Mental Health

Transformative change

Mental health is fast emerging as a worldwide challenge, and the ambit of the crisis extends beyond existing medical science. We need accelerated scientific advancements, active policy measures, and intentional resources to tackle this crisis. Work in this area supports organisations facilitating research to advance the human understanding of severe mental health conditions. Additionally, in order to expand the number of people receiving mental health care, small grants are made to organisations providing direct therapy and relief.

 

OPPORTUNITIES

Mental health plays a central role in how people relate to life. Good mental health has a direct impact on people’s ability to make decisions, maintain or improve their quality of life, and subsequently create a healthier society.

Access to treatment, prevention, diagnosis, and recovery is important. Just as it is vital to reduce stigma around mental health and actively promote mental health treatment. A convergence of medical practices and deep tech interventions could build a strong foundation upon which mental health can be effectively managed and treated.

2023-24 2022-23 2021-22 2020-21

RNPF

₹1030 Lakhs

RN

₹25 Lakhs

RNPF

₹1170 Lakhs

RN

₹305 Lakhs

RN

₹10 Lakhs

Grantees in this field

Resources in this field

October 30, 2024
Interview

The Print | ADHD to anxiety — Bengaluru’s mental health festival destigmatises disorders, diseases

The festival, Mannotsava, was co-hosted by Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies, the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, and the National Centre for Biological Sciences. Bengaluru: A 23-year-old college student opened up[...]
October 26, 2024
Others

Press Release | Mannotsava Kicks Off in Bengaluru, Championing Mental Health Conversations

Bengaluru, October 26, 2024: Mannotsava, the National Mental Health Festival 2024, co-hosted by Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies (RNP), the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), and the National Centre[...]
October 25, 2024
Interview

The New Indian Express | Voices Unbound

Ahead of the inaugural National Mental Health Festival this weekend, philanthropist Rohini Nilekani and NIMHANS director Dr Pratima Murthy on the event which includes a conversation with cricketing icon Rahul[...]