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We are committed to the cause of suicide prevention and mental health! Ours is a volunteer run organization.

Link for registration for the seminar : Listening to the vouces of women on 29th March :

https://forms.gle/5hX5YHN3YDj8XVb36 'Every Life Counts"
Connecting TRUST was formed in July 2005 by a group of concerned citizens under the guidance of Arnavaz Damania. The group has a fervent desire to extend support to those experiencing emotional distress. Several trained volunteers contribute their time a

nd effort to the cause, making it possible for Connecting TRUST to expand both the scope as well as the reach of its work in the field of Suicide Prevention. DISTRESS HELPLINE
The helpline is for those in emotional distress or feeling suicidal, provides a space where the volunteer listens to the caller in an accepting, non-judgemental and non-advisory way, maintaining confidentiality and anonymity. It is open from 10 am to 8 pm on all days

OUTREACH PROGRAMME
The Outreach Programmes are for sensitizing one to issues related to Emotional Awareness and Suicide – how to identify signs of stress, distress or feeling suicidal; how to help someone feeling suicidal; how to care for someone who has had a suicide loss. These activity-based programmes of about 50-60 minutes, conducted for children, adolescents and adults at schools, colleges, corporate companies, housing societies, slums, NGOs, and other community setups are adapted to the needs of the group and facilitated by volunteers. PEER EDUCATION PROGRAMME
The Peer Education Programme is for creating caring communities in schools, colleges and other community setups by raising awareness about suicide prevention in a peer group. In this long-term programme, volunteers facilitate the process of sensitization of a select group of participants from a community to issues related to suicide prevention, and enhancement of their listening, self care and life skills. The participants (’peer educators’) then become the catalysts for spreading this awareness and empowering their communities. The regular meetings of peer educators in each community are guided and facilitated by a dedicated set of volunteers for that community. SUICIDE SURVIVOR SUPPORT PROGRAMME
We offer individual emotional support to anyone who has attempted suicide and survived or has lost someone to Suicide, individually through our SSP helpline service, and through Listening Circles for group support. VOLUNTEER TRAINING
Connecting TRUST tries to meet the existing gap of the dearth of the mental health professionals by training people from all walks of life. When volunteers join in from all walks of life, it represents a joining in from all sections of society towards the cause or providing emotional support to people in distress and suicide prevention.

12/08/2025

Connecting Trust is hosting an international conference, ‘Fresh Perspectives on Su***de Prevention & Mental Health’.

It will be held from November 28 – 30, at Tarawade Clarks Inn, Pune.

The conference is designed for mental health professionals, volunteers, social workers, students and NGOs working in allied fields.

As su***de rates continue to rise, we are being called to pause, pay attention and ask deeper questions.

For registration, click on the link in bio

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11/08/2025

A three-day awareness session was organised at the KEM hospital by Connecting Trust from August 4 to 6.

The participants included the administration staff on day one and resident doctors for the next two days.

Through roleplay, different situations that arise in a hospital setting were demonstrated by the Connecting team. The team guided participants to observe the emotions evoked while watching the performances, encouraging deeper reflection. This set the stage for meaningful conversations afterwards.

The chart activity further enabled participants to express their thoughts and feelings in a safe space.

The participating resident doctors seemed truly touched by these sessions. They expressed how they felt heard and wished to have more such listening spaces to express themselves.

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05/08/2025

Connecting Trust is hosting a three-day international conference on ‘Fresh Perspectives on Su***de Prevention & Mental Health’.

The conference aims to help build a safe space for all and create more skills among mental health professionals, social workers, and NGOs working in su***de prevention.

For registration, click on the link in bio

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04/08/2025

Connecting Trust is completing 20 years on August 23, 2025.

We are grateful to all those who believed in our vision and supported us wholeheartedly.

We hope to find continued support of compassionate and dedicated individuals in our journey ahead.

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02/08/2025

Vacancy Notification
July 2025

Connecting Trust was established in 2005 by Arnavaz Damania and a group of concerned citizens. It is based in Pune and works towards mental health and su***de prevention by providing mindful, non-judgmental and non-advisory listening spaces to individuals and communities as well as empowering individuals and communities to do the same for themselves and for the individuals and communities around them.

7 vacancies are being notified for filling up at the Connecting Trust in August 2025.

Basic requirements for all positions:
1. Graduation completed
2. Conversant in spoken Marathi and Hindi
3. Conversant in spoken and written English
4. Basic functional skills in Computers
5. Resident of Pune
6. Sensitive to needs of others
7. Comfortable interacting with people
8. Ability to work in teams.

If you meet the basic requirements, please check the details of positions offered by scanning the QR codes given with each notification and send your CVs to: connecting.trust@connectingngo.in

Last date for receiving applications: 10 August, 2025

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31/07/2025

Our principles provide the framework within which we offer emotional support to those who have attempted su***de/ lost a loved one to su***de/ witnessed su***de/ are in emotional distress and/ or feeling suicidal.

We listen and are present to the speaker/ survivor with empathy.

We attempt to understand the speaker’s/ survivor’s world as he/ she experiences it right then.

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30/07/2025

As the new academic year has taken off, we are glad to get the opportunity to conduct engaging discussions and conversations on mental health for school students from the grades of 6th to 10th.

In July, these sessions were conducted in Mahaveer English Medium School, Orbis School (Keshavnagar), Orbis School (Mundhwa), St Anne’s High School, Dastur Girls School, and Dastur Co-Ed School.

Considering the needs and issues of young adolescents, these sessions focussed on emotional awareness and self-care. They also shed light on other important areas such as bullying, exploring feelings, encouraging help-seeking behaviour and supporting peers, reaching out to school counsellors, knowing oneself, and respecting one’s capacity to care for oneself…

We are grateful to all these schools who encourage such important learnings among the students.

Thanks to our volunteers who love children and bring out the best in them.

We look forward to having more such fruitful sessions with students the rest of the year.

24/07/2025

Today, on International Self-care Day, let’s make a promise to first take care of ourselves.

Be gentle to yourself. Value yourself.

Make yourself a priority.

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21/07/2025

Celebrating 20 years of listening, connection and care, Connecting Trust is organising a three-day international conference.

Through lived experiences, emerging practices and evidence-based insights, we’ll explore new paths forward, together, for the cause of su***de prevention.

The conference will be held from November 28 – 30, at Tarawade Clarks Inn, Pune.

For registration, click on the link in bio

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16/07/2025

At Connecting Trust, we listen, we care.

If you are feeling emotional pain or distress, talk to us.

Our Distress Helpline numbers: 9922004305 / 9922001122 (lines open daily from 10 am to 8 pm)

In-person Meeting with Prior Appointment (Mon & Wed) 11 AM TO 5 PM: 8484033312

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14/07/2025

Connecting Trust is hosting a three-day international conference, “Fresh Perspectives on Su***de Prevention & Mental Health”, at Tarawade Clarks Inn, Pune.

The conference is designed for mental health professionals, volunteers, social workers, and NGOs working in allied fields.

As su***de rates continue to rise, we are being called to pause, pay attention and ask deeper questions. We invite you into a space of reflection, honesty and shared intention.

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A Pune based NGO committed to the cause of su***de prevention especially among youth. Formed in July 2005 when a group of concerned and socially sensitive citizens, led by Arnavaz Damania, came together to work for this cause HELPLINE The helpline is for those in emotional distress or feeling suicidal, provides a space where the volunteer listens to the caller in an accepting, non-judgemental and non-advisory way, maintaining confidentiality and anonymity. It is open from 2.00 pm to 8.00 pm on all days AWARENESS PROGRAMME The Awareness Programmes are for sensitizing one to issues related to su***de – how to identify signs of stress, distress or feeling suicidal; how to help someone feeling suicidal; how to care for someone who has had a su***de loss. The programmes also impart knowledge about simple ways for coping, healing and personal growth. These activity-based programmes of about 3 hours, conducted for children, adolescents and adults at schools, colleges, corporates, housing societies, slums, NGOs, and other community setups are adapted to the needs of the group and facilitated by volunteers. PEER EDUCATORS PROGRAMME The Peer Educators Programmes are for creating caring communities in schools, colleges and other community setups by raising awareness about su***de prevention in a peer group. In this long-term programme, volunteers facilitate the process of sensitization of a select group of participants from a community to issues related to su***de prevention, and enhancement of their listening, self care and life skills. The participants (’peer educators’) then become the catalysts for spreading this awareness and empowering their communities. The regular meetings of peer educators in each community are guided and facilitated by a dedicated set of volunteers for that community. SURVIVOR SUPPORT We offer individual emotional support to anyone who has attempted su***de and survived through our helpline service, and group support for wellbeing through our Art Based Recovery/Wellness Group that meets weekly. In addition, there is support through discussions and workshops on coping skills and personal growth available. Capacity Building Programmes for professionals working in the field of mental health. Discussion Groups aimed at enhancing self-awareness, ensuring personal growth and becoming empowered to deal with a variety of issues concerning human and social life. Personal Growth Programmes: Workshops for personal growth and healing are conducted and are open for all to attend