Become a Peer Coach

Developing
Mental Health &
Well-being
Junior Coaches.

Project DAVID cultivates young student-leaders certified as mental health and well-being junior coaches, empowering them to become advocates within their communities.

About the Program

Program Overview

Project DAVID is a core department of Emotional Reset Center, USA, LLC which aims to cultivate a cadre of young student-leaders from across Philippine schools who will be certified as mental health and well-being junior coaches.

This initiative recognizes the critical need for mental health support among youth and empowers them to become advocates and resources within their communities. Project DAVID not only aims to address the growing mental health needs among youth but also empowers them to become agents of change in promoting mental well-being and resilience within their spheres of influence.

 

Is This You?

Why Join?

People naturally open up to you
You care deeply about your friends
You want to help but don't know how
You want to lead in a way that matters

The Journey

Program Structure

10–Week Course

8 sessions, each lasting 3 hours, covering youth challenges, assessments, coaching process, and essential skills.

Flexible Schedule

Friday afternoon classes and Saturday morning classes to minimize academic disruption.

Certification Exam

After completing the course, take the certification exam to become a certified DAVID Junior Coach.

1–Month Practicum

Apply learned concepts in real-world coaching scenarios with your peers.

Support a Friend With Confidence

Know what to say and how to be present. Move beyond good intentions into real capability.

02

Create Safe Conversations

Build trust through empathy and care. Learn techniques for creating psychological safety.

03

Know When to Guide Someone to Help

Recognize the signs when professional support is needed and know how to make that connection.

04

Post-Training Plans

School-Based Initiatives

Following training, DAVID Junior Coaches spearhead innovative initiatives within their schools to promote mental health and well-being.

Peer Support Groups

Establish confidential spaces within schools for students to share experiences and access resources.

Awareness Campaigns
Organize campaigns to destigmatize mental health issues and foster a culture of openness and support.
Workshops & Training
Lead interactive sessions for students, teachers, and parents on stress management and resilience-building.
Well-being Committees
Collaborate with administration to integrate mental health initiatives into school curriculum and policies.

Beyond the School

Community Outreach

01

Community Workshops

Host seminars with local mental health organizations to educate the wider community.

02

Local Partnerships

Forge partnerships with businesses, community centers, and youth groups for joint mental health initiatives.

03

Support Hotlines

Establish confidential support hotlines manned by trained DAVID Junior Coaches for immediate assistance.

04

Mental Health Hackathons

Organize events where participants collaborate to develop creative solutions for mental health challenges.

Digital Impact

Online Presence

Online Support Groups

Create and moderate safe online forums where individuals can seek peer support.

Social Media Campaigns

Leverage platforms to share resources, personal stories, and initiate conversations about mental health.

Webinars & Podcasts

Host online discussions featuring guest speakers and experts on mental health strategies.

Digital Resource Hub

Curate articles, videos, self-assessment tools, and interactive resources for mental health empowerment.

Who Can Join

Target Participants

Students enrolled in grades 10 to 4th year college level from any course are eligible to join Project DAVID. Candidates should demonstrate:

A genuine interest in mental health advocacy
Strong communication skills
Leadership potential
Willingness to commit to the 10-week program
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