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The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) has launched Beauty of Our Minds, an initiative designed to spark conversations about mental health, reduce stigma, and provide the community with tools to foster emotional awareness and well-being. Running until 26 October 2025 at Umm Al Emarat Park – Indoor Pavilion, the event invites community members to experience the strength, beauty and resilience of the human mind.
The experience, designed to transform complex conversations about mental health into relatable, engaging and emotionally resonant experiences, marks a pivotal step in Abu Dhabi’s commitment to mental well-being. Through immersive art, interactive storytelling and sensory installations, Beauty of Our Minds creates space that empowers connection, understanding and empathy within the community.
Designed to be both reflective and empowering, the event takes visitors on a journey through five interactive rooms, each crafted to explore a unique aspect of the human mind, including beauty of connection, the power of self-awareness and the importance of mindfulness.
Her Excellency Dr Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of DoH, said: “Mental health is deeply personal, and so is our approach to addressing it in Abu Dhabi. With Beauty of Our Minds, we’re inviting the community to embark on a journey that celebrates the courage it takes to care for the mind. This is more than just an experience, it is a message to every individual in the emirate that they are seen, valued and supported. At its heart, it’s about showing that mental strength lies in awareness connection, and the willingness to seek help when needed.”
His Excellency Dr Rashed AlSuwaidi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC), said: “Mental health is a cornerstone of a prosperous society, as prioritising it strengthens our communities and enhances individual well-being. The Beauty of Our Minds experience reflects this belief, reminding us that caring for our minds is as vital as caring for our bodies, and that seeking help and support is a true sign of strength, and a courageous step towards balance and a better quality of life.”
The activation is rooted in science, art, and emotional storytelling, combining interactive exhibits with reflective spaces and various rooms. Visitors can experience the following rooms: Here & Now: To reconnect with the present through sensory awareness and grounding exercises; Whispers of Light: To immerse in the interplay of light and emotion with color-driven reflections; MindPrint: To visualise the mental landscape with AI-driven, brainwave-powered interactive art; Echoes of Being: To explore unspoken inner emotions with sound-reactive visuals and poetic narration, and Threads of Us: To celebrate compassion and community with workshops and interactive talks
The event also offers hands-on activities like a Gratitude Tree, Speak Up Wall, and Anxiety Shredder, alongside mindfulness workshops on stress relief, self-affirmation, and personal growth. Community talks led by mental health experts will also aim to provide education and inspiration for meaningful change.