About the project

The idea of the project

When the soul needs help

From festival to online platform: How the idea of INSPIRE was born

All of us occasionally encounter the shadows of mental difficulties that do not escape anyone by virtue of their position or age. The INSPIRE project was born out of a desire to provide a space to share, support and understand these experiences. And it all started at the Mezi ploty Festival, which has been raising awareness about mental health and providing a space for the open sharing of personal stories for thirty years.

It was there, among hundreds of visitors and an inspiring atmosphere, that the idea for INSPIRE was born. We wanted to create a place where no one felt alone and could find understanding and support. INSPIRE is a platform where you can feel free to share your thoughts, feelings and experiences, draw on advice and inspiration from others, and connect with people who have similar experiences.

The project bridges the real and virtual worlds, bringing together ordinary people and celebrities from the worlds of art, science, and politics who are not afraid to talk about their experiences of mental health. We’re breaking down the stigma and prejudice that often surrounds mental illness, and showing that it’s something that can touch all of us.

At INSPIRE we strive to create a place where everyone can feel safe, heard and inspired. Because mental health is never just about one of us, it’s about all of us together.

Who's behind it: A team that believes in change

A meeting of minds that want to make a difference

The INSPIRE project is no accident. It is the brainchild of a team of experts and enthusiasts who share the common goal of bringing light into the lives of people struggling with mental illness. Our members come from a variety of disciplines, from psychology to art to technology, allowing us to approach the topic of mental health from many angles.

Klíčoví členové týmu

Adam Nedvídek

V pomáhajících profesích se pohybuji přes 10 let. Nejvíce se věnuji dětem a mládeži. Ze své zkušenosti vím, že nejlepším odborníkem na duševní zdraví člověka je on sám. I tak je dobré mít prostor kde můžete  sdílet  to “svoje”. Pro Inspire dělám od všeho trochu: plnění webu, realizace aktivit a zpracování videí na sociální sítě.

Fiona Johanová

V pomáhajících profesích se pohybuji přes 10 let. Nejvíce se věnuji dětem a mládeži. Ze své zkušenosti vím, že nejlepším odborníkem na duševní zdraví člověka je on sám. I tak je dobré mít prostor kde můžete  sdílet  to “svoje”. Pro Inspire dělám od všeho trochu: plnění webu, realizace aktivit a zpracování videí na sociální sítě.

Gallagher

V pomáhajících profesích se pohybuji přes 10 let. Nejvíce se věnuji dětem a mládeži. Ze své zkušenosti vím, že nejlepším odborníkem na duševní zdraví člověka je on sám. I tak je dobré mít prostor kde můžete  sdílet  to “svoje”. Pro Inspire dělám od všeho trochu: plnění webu, realizace aktivit a zpracování videí na sociální sítě.

Adam Nedvídek

V pomáhajících profesích se pohybuji přes 10 let. Nejvíce se věnuji dětem a mládeži. Ze své zkušenosti vím, že nejlepším odborníkem na duševní zdraví člověka je on sám. I tak je dobré mít prostor kde můžete  sdílet  to “svoje”. Pro Inspire dělám od všeho trochu: plnění webu, realizace aktivit a zpracování videí na sociální sítě.

They support us

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They said about us

INSPIRE is where understanding meets the reality of mental health difficulties. As a psychologist, I see daily how important it is to have a space for sharing and peer support. This platform is exactly what many of my clients need so they don’t feel alone in their struggle.

Tomáš Hruška,
psychologist

Creativity and mental health are closely linked and INSPIRE understands this link perfectly.The platform has given me the opportunity to be heard and inspired by others who have gone through similar experiences.It is a space where art and healing go hand in hand.

Jakub Nový,
artist

In INSPIRE, I found a community that helped me understand that my pain is something I can share without fear.Thanks to the open stories and support I found here, I began working on my recovery with new hope.

Lucie Vítková,
schoolteacher

Terms, rules and GDPR: Everything under control

Safety and privacy first

We value your trust and respect your right to privacy. All terms of use of our platform and privacy policy are in accordance with applicable laws. For detailed information about our policies and how we protect your data, please see the attached PDF document.

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