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Guru Nanak Food Bank Hosts Successful Let's Talk Seminars on Mental Health and Drug Addiction
On Sunday, the Guru Nanak Food Bank hosted the second installment of its "Let's Talk" orientation seminars at Gurdwara Dukh Nivaran Sahib Surrey, located at 15255 68Ave. The event drew an impressive turnout of around 220-250 attendees in person, and an additional 500 individuals joined via Facebook Live and Zoom.
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This edition of Let's Talk focused on the pressing issues of mental health and drug addiction. The main speakers at the event were Sgt. Jag Khosa from the Surrey Police Department and Dr. Mandip Minhas M.D, both of whom provided valuable insights and information on these topics based on their personal experiences and knowledge.
The audience was also moved by Kuljinder Gill, a drug addiction survivor who was born and raised in Surrey. He shared his own personal struggles with addiction and how he managed to overcome it. Gill is now a dedicated employee of the Guru Nanak Food Bank and serves as an inspiration to others who may be facing similar challenges.
The event was a resounding success, with attendees gaining valuable insights into the issues at hand. The Guru Nanak Food Bank deserves commendation for its efforts in raising awareness about mental health and drug addiction in the community.