Issue 29: Hunyah - Miss Exquisite Global United 2022

In a world where taking care of one’s Mental Health is still such a taboo subject, unity and awareness are of the utmost importance. In recent years, the topic of Mental Health and Illness has rapidly evolved within our systematic policies, procedures, and understanding; yet those with diagnoses or experiencing Mental Health symptoms are still scared to disclose their experiences. Why? Societal Oppression and Stigmatization still limit our abilities to seek support when struggling with internal distress. For multi-media content creator, Author, and your Miss Exquisite Global United 2022, Mental Health Awareness is not just about a trend. Hunyah strives to empower those experiencing symptoms of Mental Illness through the use of her renowned YouTube Channel and community initiative.

Societal stigmatization and perceptions related to Mental Health create personal and systemic barriers for individuals experiencing either a diagnosis or symptoms of Mental Illness. These barriers have created isolation amongst our collective community, resulting in many mental health crises arising in Canada. Mental Health Awareness initiatives provide our communities with the ability to understand, educate, and enhance advocacy efforts and support services. All while decreasing the number of hospitalizations due to mental health-related situations. For Hunyah, this is more than an upcoming trend society has begun to realize a problem. It’s a passion project which she dedicates her time to accomplish.

Hunyah’s passion for Mental Health Awareness evolved through her own experiences with Anxiety. The overwhelming anxiety symptoms experienced daily allowed Hunyah to realize the strength and determination it takes for those with Mental Illness. Realizing the benefits of seeking support for Mental Illness symptoms, Hunyah utilizes her experiences to support and empower those experiencing hardships to realize their potential despite their difficulties. Through her multi-media platforms, the Official Hunyah Travels YouTube Channel and her community initiative, ‘The Hunyah Show,’ Hunyah provides a platform for individuals to speak freely without judging their stories. Nearly every individual experiences mental health difficulties at some point. Hence Hunyah aspires to amplify these stories of resiliency; to allow these individuals to grow while inspiring others to share their own stories. With her experiences with mental health, volunteerism, and multi-media platforms, Hunyah aims to utilize her title as your Miss Exquisite Global Canada to implement her action plan. She is encouraging you to take action towards eliminating barriers for those with mental illness diagnoses and struggling with mental health.

Want to learn more about Hunyah and her platform? Check out her Instagram

@hunyah05

@officialhunyahtravels

@thehunyahshow

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