Improving Mental Health Through the Introduction of Literacy Culture in Songkla, Thailand

Abstract

This article presents the results of a community service activity conducted on October 28, 2024, facilitated by the Sharing NGO, aimed at empowering teachers and students at Ban Burangae School, Songkla. This empowerment program involved collaboration among lecturers, students, educational staff, and alumni from Indonesia and various other countries. The research focused on ways to improve mental health through literacy for both Indonesian and global communities. Guided training sessions resulted in the formulation of mental health issues, which were then linked to literacy utilization. The evaluation showed significant improvements in participants' self-awareness, self-control, and motivation for self-development.