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Grätzelfest in Graz: Talking together about mental health
On September 26, 2024, the Grätzelfest at Hasnerplatz invites you to talk about mental health and find out about help offers.
Grätzelfest in Graz: Talking together about mental health
The “Grätzelfest” will take place this year on September 26, 2024 in the park at Hasnerplatz and is celebrated on the occasion of Mental Health Day. Under the motto “When we talk, people come together,” the event invites people to meet and talk about mental health. The aim is to promote open conversations and present low-threshold offers of help.
Mental illness is a common issue that affects many people, often without others knowing about it. In today's society, many sufferers feel isolated and believe they are alone with their difficulties. This invisibility is often reinforced by the high level of support services that are difficult for many to access. For this reason, it is essential to bring the topics of mental health and support into social discourse in order to reduce the stigma and make the offers of help more visible.
Event details
Organized by Achterbahn Steiermark in cooperation with the Graz City Health Department, the festival takes place from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Café Zapo in the park. The event promises a varied program, which is complemented by musical performances from the band café of the SMZ Graz-Jakomini. There will also be a range of games for children to get families and younger visitors involved.
The Grätzelfest has the important task of promoting greater understanding and openness regarding mental illnesses. It creates space to talk to each other and find support. By providing a platform that showcases a variety of information, people can be encouraged to seek help when they need it.
The fact that the celebration takes place on Mental Health Day underlines the relevance and timing of the event. Mental Health Day is traditionally celebrated on October 10th, but the Grätzelfest offers the opportunity to deal with the topic weeks beforehand. It's about creating a happy and open atmosphere in which participants feel comfortable and encouraged to talk about their experiences and challenges.
The combination of entertainment and education makes the festival a valuable opportunity to raise awareness and awareness of the importance of mental health. The organizers are committed to ensuring that everyone who is interested has the opportunity to network, ask questions and collect valuable information. Ultimately, this could help more people feel safe enough to talk about their own concerns and seek help.