Fostering Well-Being Through Peer Support: A Personal Account
Abstract: I collaborated with five enthusiastic students, school counsellors Ms. Payal Khanna, Ms. Neha Kakkar and Ms. Anju Srivastava, the Student-Life Coordinator of Shri Ram Centennial School, Dehradun to create a peer support group to address various aspects of students' lives. This venture was inspired by the belief that students often prefer confiding in peers. Guided by principles like active listening and empathy, our peer support group underwent rigorous training with the expectation that it will reduce the stigma around seeking help and redefine how students approach guidance. This journey illustrates the power of student-driven collaboration, reinforcing our commitment to a compassionate and empathetic school community that prioritises every student's well-being. In the ever-evolving education landscape, prioritising our students' holistic well-being is imperative. As the head of the school, I undertook a journey to introduce a peer support group within our