MEAN Initiatives — Holistic Mental Wellbeing

Caring and science-based support for stronger, resilient minds.

MEAN integrates psychology, philosophy, education, social work, and spirituality, embodying the Golden Mean of balance and intentional growth.

About MEAN

MEAN Initiatives is a holistic mental wellbeing program dedicated to nurturing balanced, resilient, and empowered minds. Anchored in balance, empathy and ethical responsibility, MEAN uses trauma-informed counselling, psycho-education, creative-expression labs and community engagement to promote psychological growth and resilience. MEAN Initiatives began its journey in 2022 with the singular vision of inspiring balanced, resilient, and purpose-driven growth within individuals and communities, operating under the guiding motto: "When Growth Finds Its Balance". Our integrated approach leverages a rich tapestry of insights drawn first and foremost from social work, psychology, philosophy, education, and spirituality, reflecting the universal wisdom of the Golden Mean—a message of balance, harmony, and meaningful progress. We are proud to work in close and powerful collaboration with S.S.S Mindvision, an organization established in 2018, from whom we draw significant inspiration and foundational support. This strategic alliance strengthens our capabilities, allowing us to collaboratively design and deliver transformative training sessions, creative learning experiences, and supportive counseling spaces that champion wellbeing, self-discovery, and sustainable community development for a truly balanced future.


Works in alignment with S.S.S Mindvision — Founded 2018 — Registration: UDYAM-KL-11-0033240

Our Impact Pathways

Healing & Well-Being

Healing conversations, individual & group counselling, family support and psycho-education to strengthen emotional balance.

Learning & Growth Experiences

Training programmes, growth labs (art, music, drama, baking) and talent evolution pathways for skill & character development.

Community & Knowledge Engagement

Human Library, research education and community partnerships that strengthen co-learning and social support networks.

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Our Projects

Programs designed to reach different ages and contexts — practical, evidence-informed, and creativity-driven.

Empowerment Play

Uses games, mentalist techniques, songs and actions to engage under-18s in physical, mental, spiritual and social healing — building positivity early.

Test Taking Triumph

Transformative exam-preparedness combining interactive workshops, mindfulness and practical techniques to empower learners to face exams with calm and confidence.

Heritage Horizons

Immersive program exploring historic, cultural and social occasions — connecting the past to present and building appreciation for heritage.

Revolve to Renewal

Youth-centered project addressing substance use, toxic relationships, unemployment and depression — guiding participants toward renewal and resilience.

Worries to Cherries

Workshops and coaching for teachers and parents to better support children's individual needs and foster nurturing learning environments.

NatureSync

Outdoor, nature-based sessions and biohacking techniques to reduce stress, improve attention and restore emotional balance.

The Life Project

WHO-aligned life skills workshops building decision-making, communication, emotional intelligence and stress-management among youth.

Method Mind

Research literacy program — research design, methods, data collection and evidence-based thinking for students across disciplines.

Bridge

One -to - one mentorship (Counselling )

The Harmony Hub

Wellness and creativity labs using art, theatre and baking to help young people balance emotions and cultivate focus and joy.

Future Forward Endeavor

Programs in planning and pilot stage — designed for community impact and scalable delivery.

Rise & Thrive

Addressing unemployment and depression among youth and housewives through skill training, employment linkages, and emotional support circles.

Tribal Bloom

Direct engagement with tribal children — learning support, mentorship, cultural respect and resource facilitation to build local capacity.

Arike

Visits and companionship for elders — activities to reduce loneliness, foster dignity and strengthen community ties.

Vyazhachakootam

Inspired by Benyamin — storytelling & reading circles to spark children's interest in books and responsibility toward nature.

Microminds

Microcamp methodology — small-group sharing, focused reflection, regular follow-ups and personalized growth plans for learners.

Method & Ethos

Evidence informed professional practices.

Our Founders

The visionaries behind MEAN Initiatives

Fr. Stephin Jacob - Founder & Director of MEAN Initiatives

Founder & Director

Fr. Stephin Jacob

Visionary leader dedicated to holistic mental wellbeing and community empowerment.

Minta Mariam Varghese - Co-Founder & Program Head of MEAN Initiatives

Co-Founder & Program Head

Minta Mariam Varghese

Committed to crafting meaningful, creative spaces for expression and growth.

Contact

Get in touch

If you represent a school, college, NGO or community group seeking collaboration, reach out — we respond to partnership enquiries and program requests.


Registration: UDYAM-KL-11-0033240


Email: meaninitiatives@gmail.com


Phone: +91 94955 42957, +91 97470 99395


Kerala, India