21st July 2023,Mumbai: Proactive Citizen Foundation, a renowned Non-Profit Organization, strives to address critical citizen-centric issues using technology and volunteer engagement. The foundation’s current focus is on promoting active citizenship to combat India’s road safety crisis, which claims thousands of lives and causes significant injuries annually. By collaborating with stakeholders at all levels, Proactive Foundation aims to create a safer road environment through awareness, evidence-based interventions, and policy advocacy.
A Global Epidemic: Road Traffic Accidents and Their Impact:
Road traffic accidents remain a global epidemic, inflicting considerable economic and social consequences. To create a secure road environment, Proactive Foundation understands the necessity for a comprehensive approach and collaborative efforts, integrating technology and public participation to tackle this multifaceted challenge.
The Seminar: Uniting Key Players in Road Safety:
The recent seminar held on July 8, 2023, at the Constitution Club of India in Delhi, witnessed active participation from various sectors, including government officials, traffic police, experts, educators, healthcare professionals, community leaders, and NGOs working on road safety initiatives. The event featured keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities, providing a platform for knowledge exchange and recognition.
Key Topics Explored During the Seminar:
The seminar delved into crucial aspects of road safety, covering topics such as road safety policies and legislation at local, national, and international levels, education and awareness programs targeting vulnerable road users, innovative infrastructure and engineering solutions, the significance of strict enforcement of traffic regulations, and the role of community engagement in promoting responsible road use.
A Call for Collaborative Solutions:
By fostering collaboration among diverse perspectives and expertise, Proactive Citizen Foundation aims to develop actionable solutions and inspire collective action towards a safer road environment. The seminar emphasized forging partnerships between government agencies, NGOs, and the private sector to drive sustainable changes in road safety practices.
Support from Positive Mind Care & Research Centre:
The seminar received significant support from Positive Mind Care & Research Centre, a leading mental wellness center in Delhi-NCR. The center employs Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (dTMS) treatment and Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize the approach to treating mental health issues like depression, anxiety, OCD, and addiction.
Addressing Mental Health Challenges in India:
India faces increasing mental health challenges due to high-stress lifestyles and societal pressures. Positive Mind Care’s dedicated team uses AI tools to deliver personalized services with confidentiality. The center’s milestones include a successful franchise model, corporate tie-ups, trust-building initiatives, and various awareness campaigns.
Introducing “SAMVEDAN” – An AI-Based Virtual Platform for Mental Wellness:
To address the stigma around mental health and encourage early treatment seeking, Positive Mind Care launched “SAMVEDAN,” an AI-based virtual platform. The platform offers convenient AI-based diagnosis, comprehensive reports, personalized treatment recommendations, and online counseling with privacy, empowering individuals to monitor and manage their mental wellness.
The collaboration between Proactive Citizen Foundation and Positive Mind Care & Research Centre marks a significant step toward creating a safer road environment and addressing mental health challenges in India. By harnessing the potential of technology, public participation, and expert insights, these organizations inspire hope for a brighter and healthier future for citizens across the nation.