MENTAL HEALTH

Inside the IFMSA, we are always facing challenges and work that can affect our wellbeing, especially our mental health Building a sense of community and fostering a culture of mutual support and collaboration with the will be essential to experience a healthier term.

Establishing regular check-ins and mental health support for RDs and the VPM International Team throughout the term, with a focus on providing support during the preparation and execution of Regional Meetings and General Assemblies.

Developing a system for RDs and the International Team to provide anonymous feedback on their experience working with the VPM, identifying areas for improvement in communication and support.

Encouraging RDs and VPM Team members to take time off and prioritize their mental health when needed, and providing support for them to do so.

Work with TO members and to create a Mental Health Protocol for General Assemblies, and tentatively Regional Meetings.

The intense nature of the GAs, the pressure to perform, the stress of traveling, and the cultural differences can all take a toll on the mental well-being of delegates.

This protocol should prioritize the well-being of delegates and provide them with the support they need to fully participate in the decision-making process. The protocol should be inclusive and accessible to all delegates. It should also be flexible and responsive to the unique needs of each GA.

Pre-GA mental health screenings, using the Pre-Evaluation Form, to ensure that attendees are prepared for the event and have access to necessary resources and support.

A Post-GA follow-up, using the post-evaluation form, to assess the effectiveness of the protocol and to gather feedback for future improvements (Tentative questions)

On a scale of 1-10, how overwhelmed do you feel with the tasks and responsibilities associated with the General Assembly?

On a scale of 1-10, how well do you feel equipped to handle the workload and responsibilities of the General Assembly?

On a scale of 1-10, how satisfied are you with the level of support provided by the IFMSA in regards to your mental health (before/ during) the General Assembly?

A variety of self-care and relaxation activities during the GA and resources, such as yoga and meditation sessions, journaling prompts, and stress-management tips

Coordinate with the TO, regular check-ins (during sessions/plenaries) and debriefings to ensure that attendees are coping well and to address any issues that may arise.

A list of external resources for attendees to refer to during and after the event

The provision of a quiet room to rest and disconnect from the event.

By implementing this Mental Health Protocol, I aim to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment that empowers all attendees to fully engage in the event and to return home feeling refreshed and energized

PERSONAL INFORMATION:

NMO: AEMPPI Ecuador

Mobile: (+593) 984851947

Email: tefo.mr@gmail.com

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Education

Medicine School, Universidad San Francisco de Quito (2017-current)

Ifmsa Positions

Regional Director for the Americas

IFMSA, 2021-2022

Membership Development Assistant

IFMSA, 2020-2021

Constituion Credential Committee Member

AM20, MM21, AM21

Supervising Council Member

AEMPPI Ecuador, 2021

Vicepresident for Members

AEMPPI Ecuador, 2020

Internal Development Assistant

AEM USFQ, 2019

IFMSA MEETINGS:

Americas Regional Meeting, 2023, Lima, Peru - Chairperson

Team of Officials Meeting 2021/2022 # 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 - RD Americas

August Meeting 2022, Istanbul, Turkiye - RD Americas

March Meeting 2022, Ohrid, North Macedonia - RD Americas

Online Americas Regional Meeting 2022 - RD Americas

August Meeting 2021, Panamá - CCC

March Meeting 2021, OGA - CCC

Online Americas Regional Meeting 2021 - Chairperson

August Meeting 2020, OGA - CCC

Americas Regional Meeting 2020, Curitiba, Brazil - Head of Delegation

August Meeting 2019 in Taipei, Taiwan - SCOME Sessions, Participant

Ifmsa Experience

IFMSA Americas' Strategy 2022-2025, Coordinator, RD Americas

Planning and execution of the process to create and the strategy for the IFMSA

Americas Region (read it here)

Americas Camp 2022, SRT, Organizer

Organized with the AmRT 21/22 and ASCEMCOL 6 IFMSA Workshops conducted

59th Directing Council of PAHO, IFMSA Delegate

World Health Assembly Special Session, 2021, IFMSA Delegate

Youth PreWHA 2021, Participant

74th World Health Assembly, IFMSA Delegate

Statement delivered on behalf of the IFMSA

Side-event ‘Ending the Pandemic for All - The Role of the COVAX Facility in the Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccines', Coordinator

SWG on NMO Internal Complaint Handling Mechanisms, Coordinator

SWG on Membership Follow-up Committee, Member

COVID-19 Committee, March Meeting 2022, Member

IFMSA Americas 101 Manual (here), Creator and designer

9 IFMSA Presidents' Sessions, Different roles

+120h of sessions delivered overall (workshops and others)

Capacity Building

LEAD Workshop, Americas Camp 2022, Workshop Coordinator Advocacy to Policy Documents on Climate Change. Cleopatrain, Trainer

LEAD Workshop, Pre-Americas RM 2019, Participant

Mental Health Essentials, Pre-Americas RM 2020, Participant

Americas CB Weekend - External Affairs, AmRM 2021, Participant

National Work

8 NGAs in AEMPPI Ecuador (1 as OC; 1 as CCC; 1 as Plenary Team)

Chairperson and Vice-Chair for 2 NGAs of IFMSA Chile

6 TOMs in AEMPPI Ecuador

Let's Learn Together, AEMPPI Ecuador (here) - Organizer

AmRM21 Activites Fair - 2nd Place