SLV.Global Mental Health Placement

I am fortunate to have been given a unique opportunity to gain professional work experience in the field of psychology abroad. I will be travelling to Sri Lanka on the 28th August 2017, for a 12-week mental health placement as a Peer Mentor, where I will be gaining hands-on experience in the mental health sector.

This placement will consist of working alongside local professionals in clinical settings and the community. I will be working on various challenging projects in diverse communities and will be engaged in different projects including; mental health, youth teaching, children's teaching and special needs projects. These projects will allow me to work with local professionals from clinical settings (psychiatric hospitals) as well as in classroom environment. Also, I will also be teaching English to students at a school and working with older people from the local community (aged 40+). The placement is focused on working with service users from all backgrounds and age groups, at varying stages of their recovery as well as providing support for the individuals who have special needs. These projects are challenging and will put my knowledge of developmental psychology in practice. The experiences that I gain will increase my knowledge in psychology and enhance skill sets that are essential for my future career. 

Why Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka is still recovering from a 25-year civil war and the scars from the 2004 tsunami. For this reason,  the Sri Lanka's population is in need of more psychological support. Mental health problems continue to increase in Sri Lanka, and with the lack of formally qualified mental health professionals, many people suffer from mental disorders. I want to work with SLV.Global and volunteer to work with local professionals by providing the support that the individuals need. 

All donations and sponsorship will go towards my placement fee which covers all workshops, training, transport from the airport, accommodation, food and 24-hour support. Finances for flights, visas, and insurance are not included in the placement fee.

I am hoping to pursue further studies in Clinical Psychology after the completion of my Master’s, in which it will be essential for me to gain clinical experience. By sponsoring me, you are giving me the chance to be able to gain those essential criteria that will allow me to gain success in my Clinical Psychology Doctorate application.


I would like to take this opportunity to extend my gratitude and to thank you for taking the time to visit my fundraising page. I hope that you will help me reach my goal.


Many thanks,
Judeanne Cuya