Deputy British High Commissioner, Harriet Thompson; Pastor Tony Rapu,Chude Jideonwo; Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi; Dr. Maymunah Kadiri, Pamela Watson, Chef Fregz, Lami Philips, Osayi Alile, Biola Alabi, and Funke Bucknor were at the British High Commission to discuss mental health at the launch of Kemi ‘Lala’ Akindoju’s short film titled ‘FINE’.
The short film which was co-written and directed by Odenike Odetola focuses on mental wellness, depression, anxiety and other issues related to mental health.
According to the National Depression Report released by Joy, Inc. in partnership with NOIPolls in 2018, 1 out of every 3 Nigerian is at risk of depression, while the country has the 7th-highest rate of suicide in Africa.To commemorate #WorldMentalHealthDay week, Award-winning actress, director and CEO of The Make It Happen Productions, Kemi ‘Lala’ Akindoju, unveiled the new short film titled ‘FINE’ in partnership with Joy, Inc. (joyinc.xyz), a human flourishing company and Y!TV on Wednesday, 9 October, 2019 at the residence of the British Deputy High Commissioner to Nigeria. In partnership with Joy Inc.’s network initiative named Mad Against Depression and Anxiety (MADA), a network of professionals and influential personalities coming together to share their experiences to fight depression in Nigeria.
The short film which was co-written and directed by Odenike Odetola focuses on mental wellness, depression, anxiety and other issues related to mental health.
According to the National Depression Report released by Joy, Inc. in partnership with NOIPolls in 2018, 1 out of every 3 Nigerian is at risk of depression, while the country has the 7th-highest rate of suicide in Africa.To commemorate #WorldMentalHealthDay week, Award-winning actress, director and CEO of The Make It Happen Productions, Kemi ‘Lala’ Akindoju, unveiled the new short film titled ‘FINE’ in partnership with Joy, Inc. (joyinc.xyz), a human flourishing company and Y!TV on Wednesday, 9 October, 2019 at the residence of the British Deputy High Commissioner to Nigeria. In partnership with Joy Inc.’s network initiative named Mad Against Depression and Anxiety (MADA), a network of professionals and influential personalities coming together to share their experiences to fight depression in Nigeria.
The film premiered at the Nollywood Week Paris Film Festival, focuses on mental wellness, depression, anxiety and other issues about mental health,in collaboration with Joy, Inc.’s new initiative known as Mad Against Depression and Anxiety (MADA) – a network of professionals and influential personalities who intend to combine their resources and experience to fight depression in Nigeria.
Lala Akindoju said, “Mental illness can be physically and emotionally draining, and many people do not understand that the conditions are now common and widespread. With the film, we want to show that there are people among us who might appear put together, but they are battered by depression and anxiety daily.”
“We tried as much as possible to enlighten people to get help and reach out to friends and family when facing challenges. We are also really excited that Joy, Inc. came onboard with the MADA network, which will help push this message across the world,” she added.
Chude Jideonwo, the founder of Joy, Inc., emphasized the importance in educating Nigerians about mental wellness and to support by them by providing proper human and material resources.
“All we want to do with the MADA network is to lead conversations on mental health, and direct people to safe places and facilities where they can seek help. Depression and anxiety can make one miserable and cause problems in daily life, and we want people to be aware that there are effective ways of preventing and dealing with these conditions,” he said.
‘FINE’ is co-written and directed by Odenike and stars Kemi ‘Lala’ Akindoju, Odenike Odetola, Tiere Osundilire and Jennifer Alegieuno.
Lala Akindoju said, “Mental illness can be physically and emotionally draining, and many people do not understand that the conditions are now common and widespread. With the film, we want to show that there are people among us who might appear put together, but they are battered by depression and anxiety daily.”
“We tried as much as possible to enlighten people to get help and reach out to friends and family when facing challenges. We are also really excited that Joy, Inc. came onboard with the MADA network, which will help push this message across the world,” she added.
Chude Jideonwo, the founder of Joy, Inc., emphasized the importance in educating Nigerians about mental wellness and to support by them by providing proper human and material resources.
“All we want to do with the MADA network is to lead conversations on mental health, and direct people to safe places and facilities where they can seek help. Depression and anxiety can make one miserable and cause problems in daily life, and we want people to be aware that there are effective ways of preventing and dealing with these conditions,” he said.
‘FINE’ is co-written and directed by Odenike and stars Kemi ‘Lala’ Akindoju, Odenike Odetola, Tiere Osundilire and Jennifer Alegieuno.
Director Odenike writes;
I'm so glad conversations are being had around the issue and glad to have made this film that contributes in some way to making these conversations more commonplace.
Thank you Joy Inc, Chude Jideonwo, Mrs Biola Alabi, iDr Maymunah Kadiri and Ms Harriet Thompson for having this important conversation and often too.
Thank you so much Lala Akindoju, Actor, Producer and Executive Producer of #FineTheShort for this opportunity to create with you and make something that can potentially help touch people's lives.
I'm so glad conversations are being had around the issue and glad to have made this film that contributes in some way to making these conversations more commonplace.
Thank you Joy Inc, Chude Jideonwo, Mrs Biola Alabi, iDr Maymunah Kadiri and Ms Harriet Thompson for having this important conversation and often too.
Thank you so much Lala Akindoju, Actor, Producer and Executive Producer of #FineTheShort for this opportunity to create with you and make something that can potentially help touch people's lives.
Debola Lagos; captions
MANY ARE NOT FINE. #FineTheShort #Premiere
For counseling and mental health support, reach @ joyincredible
When a suicide happens in a company, they start running about looking for mental health intervention.
That’s lazy. It’s also irresponsible.
You don’t have to wait for a tragedy to take action. We don’t need the drama.
We already know today that depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. We already know the 21st century work place is a major trigger for depressive symptoms and that many people can’t get the help they want - they are afraid of the stigma and their offices are not safe spaces.
If people who work can’t get help from their own organisations, what hope is there for the unemployed and others?
A vast majority of depression cases are costless to treat.
Organisations need to take responsible for building resilience, for fighting stigma and ensuring safe work spaces.
Inch by inch, space by space, low hanging fruits first, and then others later, we must take this global epidemic seriously.
I am so grateful for all the guests yesterday, and the British Deputy High Commissioner for hosting the screening of FINE and the high level conversation on mental health yesterday.
Thank you to everyone who came yesterday, and to Dr. Maymunah Kadiri and my dearest Aunty Biola Alabi for leading the conversation.
The conversation continues tomorrow at the Genesis Deluxe Cinemas!
For counseling and mental health support, reach @ joyincredible
When a suicide happens in a company, they start running about looking for mental health intervention.
That’s lazy. It’s also irresponsible.
You don’t have to wait for a tragedy to take action. We don’t need the drama.
We already know today that depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. We already know the 21st century work place is a major trigger for depressive symptoms and that many people can’t get the help they want - they are afraid of the stigma and their offices are not safe spaces.
If people who work can’t get help from their own organisations, what hope is there for the unemployed and others?
A vast majority of depression cases are costless to treat.
Organisations need to take responsible for building resilience, for fighting stigma and ensuring safe work spaces.
Inch by inch, space by space, low hanging fruits first, and then others later, we must take this global epidemic seriously.
I am so grateful for all the guests yesterday, and the British Deputy High Commissioner for hosting the screening of FINE and the high level conversation on mental health yesterday.
Thank you to everyone who came yesterday, and to Dr. Maymunah Kadiri and my dearest Aunty Biola Alabi for leading the conversation.
The conversation continues tomorrow at the Genesis Deluxe Cinemas!
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