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Surrey, BC

Jasmin Kaur Bains

I am an undergraduate student at the University of British Columbia studying Political Science and a young community leader committed to supporting individuals and families facing complex challenges. I currently serve as a Community Outreach Director and Women’s Case Manager with Team Souda, where I work closely with individuals impacted by substance use and addiction, as well as the caregivers who support them. Through this work, I have seen how deeply addiction affects not only individuals, but entire support systems especially caregivers who often navigate emotional strain and burnout with limited resources. These experiences have shaped my passion for addressing the intersection of mental health, cultural stigma, and access to support. In leading the Women’s Caregivers Project, I am focused on creating meaningful, tangible impact through care packages and accessible resources that prioritize caregivers well-being. My goal is to ensure that those who continuously support others feel recognized, supported, and valued within their communities.

Project Sakhiya – Sisters Walking on Paths of Healing, Connection, and Strength

Project Sakhiya is a culturally grounded, trauma-informed initiative supporting South Asian women caregivers navigating the demands of caring for loved ones facing illness, mental health challenges, substance use, and violence. Rooted in sisterhood and collective healing, it creates a safe, stigma-free space for connection and support. Through arts-based activities, storytelling, psychoeducation, overdose response training, and nature-based connection, the project reduces isolation, builds knowledge, and strengthens culturally safe peer support networks.

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About this Project

Communities Served

My project will involve and/or impact the following communities:

    United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

    When it comes to community impact projects, the UN has created 17 Sustainable Development Goals. These are the Sustainable Development Goals associated with my project.

      How the project works

      Project Sakhiya will run from April 15 to August 31, 2026, delivering five sessions: creative arts healing, caregiver storytelling with guest speakers, substance use education, overdose response training, and a community hike with care package distribution. These activities foster emotional healing, knowledge-building, safety awareness, and connection.

      Project Impact

      Project Sakhiya will reduce isolation and burnout among South Asian women caregivers by providing culturally safe support, practical resources, and community connection. Participants will gain increased knowledge of mental health and substance use, improved emotional well-being, and strengthened peer networks, empowering them to better support both themselves and their loved ones.

      Project Mission

      Project Sakhiya is a culturally grounded, trauma-informed initiative supporting South Asian women caregivers through connection, education, and healing. Its mission is to reduce isolation and improve emotional well-being, increase knowledge of substance use and its impact on families, and build community safety and capacity through culturally safe, stigma-free support and shared experiences.

      Project Team

      Youth-led Team Souda leaders with experience in outreach, case management, and substance use advocacy.