Over-The-Rainbow (OTR), a leader in youth mental wellness in Singapore, has announced a $1m pledge to launch The OTR Academy. This initiative, revealed during the Parenting Conference 2.0 at The Catapult Singapore, seeks to address the urgent need for accessible mental health support across the nation. The Academy’s first cohort will commence on 17 May 2025, offering science-backed courses and practical tools to empower community-led care.
The founders, Yen-Lu and Yee Ling Chow, have committed this substantial funding through their family foundation to support the Academy’s mission of training 10,000 wellbeing practitioners by 2030. The Academy is designed to equip individuals, including parents, educators, and peers, with the skills necessary to support mental wellbeing within their communities. This initiative underscores the growing awareness of the challenges many Singaporeans face in accessing timely and affordable mental health support.
The OTR Academy is grounded in the belief that personal growth through holistic self-care enables individuals to better support those around them. By providing structured, evidence-based training, the Academy aims to foster a community of practitioners capable of delivering effective mental health support. This commitment highlights the importance of community-driven solutions in addressing mental health needs in Singapore.
As the Academy prepares to launch its first cohort, the initiative represents a significant step towards enhancing mental healthcare and community wellbeing in Singapore. The founders’ pledge and the Academy’s ambitious goals reflect a broader movement towards improving mental health support across the nation.
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