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Nabhit Kapur

Dr. Nabhit Kapur[1] - FAPH is a advocate for mental health[2][3] and multilateral diplomacy,[4] focusing on global mental health and well-being. He is the founder of the Peacfulmind Foundation[5] and World Leaders for Mental Health, emphasizing the integration of mental health into global policy-making.[6][7][8][9]

Dr. Nabhit Kapur
NationalityIndian
EducationHonors in Psychology (Graduate, Postgraduate, Higher Education)
Organization(s)Peacfulmind Foundation, World Leaders for Mental Health
Known forMental health advocacy, well-being diplomacy
AwardsGhana Peace Award, African Peace Laureate, Colonel Commissioned, Peace Ambassador, Honorary Doctorate, Bharat Gaurav Samman

Early Life and Education

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Dr. Kapur has pursued extensive studies in psychology, earning honors at the graduate, postgraduate, and higher education levels.[10]

Career

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Dr. Kapur has contributed to mental health advocacy and diplomatic efforts through various roles in organizations and governments across Africa. His work centers around the concept of well-being diplomacy and aims to integrate mental health into global policy frameworks, including the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the African Union Agenda 2063.[11][12][13]

Organizations

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  • Peacfulmind Foundation: Founded by Dr. Kapur, this organization focuses on enhancing mental well-being through various initiatives and collaborations.
  • World Leaders for Mental Health: An initiative led by Dr. Kapur aimed at promoting mental health in global policy-making.

Major Achievements

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  • COVID-19 Response: Trained approximately 154 volunteers across Africa during the COVID-19 pandemic, who became PMF COVID-19 envoys. Under his leadership, PMF provided free counseling sessions to over 1500 people during the pandemic.
  • Afghanistan Crisis: Provided psychological aid and special counseling to Afghan refugees in India during the 2021 crisis.
  • Gaza-Israel Conflict: Collaborated with various organizations to offer counseling and trauma services during the conflict.[14]

Awards and Recognitions

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  • Ghana Peace Award (Ministry of Interior)[15]
  • African Peace Laureate (African Union and African Child Foundation, 2018)
  • Colonel Commissioned as Highest Civilian Honor (Kentucky State, USA)[16]
  • Peace Ambassador and Peace Fellow (International Association of World Peace Advocates UNECOSOC, 2021)[17]
  • Honorary Doctorate in Mental Health and Wellness (OPJS University and Accord University Somalia, 2022)
  • African Peace Ambassador Award (African Heads of States Meeting, Addis Ababa, 2023)[18]
  • Top Leader in Mental Health (World Health Congress, 2024)[19]
  • Bharat Gaurav Samman (2024)[20][21]
  • Special Recognition in Healthcare in Africa (African Healthcare Summit, 2024)[22]

References

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  1. ↑ "Nabhit Kapur, globally renowned psychologist, opens up about mental health and the taboos around it". The Week. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  2. ↑ Kapur, Prof Nabhit (2021-05-25). "Africa and its Walk on the Path of Peace and Harmony". CEOWORLD magazine. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  3. ↑ "Nabhit Kapur, globally renowned psychologist, opens up about mental health and the taboos around it". The Week. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  4. ↑ "An independent candidate for United Nations Secretary General –Nabhit kapur speaks of Well-Being Diplomacy". Zee News. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  5. ↑ Nod, Digital (2021-12-02). "Nabhit Kapur, the president of Peacfulmind foundation (PMF), is nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize 2022 - NetNewsLedger". Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  6. ↑ "Dr Nabhit Kapur is making the world a place worth smiling, honoured with Honoris Causa". India Today. 2022-09-23. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  7. ↑ "Prof Nabhit Kapur reigns with his stellar mental health campaigns and firm PeacfulMind Foundation". www.fortuneindia.com. 2021-06-06. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  8. ↑ Correspondent, Our (2018-05-19). "Nabhit Kapur nominated as the 'The Peace Laureate' by African Child Foundation". The Sunday Guardian Live. Retrieved 2024-07-22. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  9. ↑ "H.E Ambassador Prof. Nabhit Kapur – INDIA – Horizon Global Summit". Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  10. ↑ "Dr Nabhit Kapur leads the way for Sustainable Development Goals in Healthcare". Free Press Journal. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  11. ↑ Kapur, Prof Nabhit (2022-08-05). "MENTAL HEALTH AND ITS CONCERN IN 21st CENTURY". CEOWORLD magazine. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  12. ↑ "Mental Health Is The Next Big Pandemic—Prof Nabhit Kapur – The Standard Newspaper | Gambia". 2020-08-07. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  13. ↑ "H.E Ambassador Prof. Nabhit Kapur – INDIA – Horizon Global Summit". Retrieved 2024-07-23.
  14. ↑ exeleon (2023-10-03). "Dr. Nabhit Kapur: Committed to Mental Health Advocacy". Exeleon Magazine. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  15. ↑ "Phalombe MP Amos Mailosi receives honorary degree - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2017-06-29. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  16. ↑ "Mental health is not a destination, but a process". BW Businessworld. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  17. ↑ "Nabhit Kapur: A Relentless Crusader – The Standard Newspaper | Gambia". 2020-05-27. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  18. ↑ exeleon (2020-05-25). "Nabhit Kapur: Inspiring the Minds of Millions". Exeleon Magazine. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  19. ↑ None. "Prodigious psychologist Nabhit Kapur advocates a well-being based approach to international diplomacy". Khaleej Times. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  20. ↑ Desk, I. B. T. (2021-05-31). "Nabhit kapur's Peacfulmind has handled over 1200 free counselling sessions amid pandemic". www.ibtimes.co.in. Retrieved 2024-07-22. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  21. ↑ "Time To Accept Mental Health Crisis As Next Pandemic: Nabhit Kapur". Mid-day. 2020-08-08. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
  22. ↑ "Outlook India - India's Best Magazine| Find Latest News, Top Headlines, Live Updates". Outlook India. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
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