Pictures from Screening in Thimphu Dzongkhag and Thromde, Chukha Dzongkhag and Phuntsholing Thromde, Samtse, Paro and Haa Date: 22nd September 2023- Health and Wellbeing Screening (Central and West-central Region) In preparation for the nationwide Health and Wellbeing Screening, the School Guidance Counsellors and Wellbeing Focal teachers of 14 Higher Secondary Schools in Dagana, Gasa, Punakha,…

Figure 1. TEO/DEOs and Principals of Chukha, Haa Paro and Samtse Dzongkhags Figure 2. TEO/DEOs offering His Majesty The Druk Gyalpo's Zhabten Figure 3. TEOs/DEOs and Principals offering Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen’s Zhabten Figure 4. School Guidance Counsellors and Health and Wellbeing Focal Teachers of Higher Secondary Schools in Chukha, Haa, Paro and Samtse Pictures from Screening in Thimphu…

Date: 26th July 2023- Inauguration of ‘Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment and Care Services for Drug Offenders Under Detention’ Substance use disorders (SUD) are complex health issues that require specialized interventions. SUDs, if not treated, can contribute to criminal behaviours and recidivism. Initiating SUD treatment programmes for individuals under detention will not only help break…

Date: 30th June 2023- National Recovery Symposium Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen graced the opening ceremony of the National Recovery Symposium, which marks the first annual PEMA Symposium on Mental Health. The three-day event was organized with the theme “Substance use disorder is preventable and treatable, and recovery is possible”. The National Recovery Symposium brought together…

Date: 4th June 2023- Joining of Three new Protection Officers/Counsellors Coinciding with Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen’s 33rd birth anniversary, The PEMA Board and staff of The PEMA Secretariat welcomed three new protection officers/counsellors. They will undergo a weeklong orientation to prepare for providing case management, adoption, and other mental health services. Best Wishes! …

Date: 4th June 2023- Celebration of Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen’s Birth Anniversary A simple ceremony was conducted today to celebrate Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen's 33rd Birth Anniversary. The members of The PEMA Board and the Staff of The PEMA Secretariat offered Karma Tongchoe at  Chenrezig Lhakhang, Lungtenphu. It was then followed by offering of Her…