Karuna Singh serves as the Mental Health Ambassador and a valued Member of the Board of Governors at Karuna Care London. As a dedicated psychology undergraduate at the University of Greenwich, Karuna brings fresh insight, enthusiasm, and an informed understanding of contemporary mental health challenges and neurodiversity. Her academic achievements, combined with her sincere commitment to emotional well-being, uniquely position her to contribute effectively to Karuna Care’s mission of compassionate, person-centred care.
Though at an early stage in her professional journey, Karuna has already demonstrated considerable initiative and passion through her volunteer experiences. As a volunteer support worker at Forward Care London Ltd, she successfully engaged elderly residents by building trust, offering emotional support, and contributing to their improved quality of life. This direct, compassionate involvement has provided her with meaningful insights into the psychological and emotional needs of individuals within care settings.
Her enthusiasm for psychology is evident through her academic excellence, particularly in modules related to cognitive psychology, neuroscience, psychopathology, and clinical psychology. Karuna actively explores neuropsychology and aims to specialise in neurodiversity among children, reflecting her deeper commitment to understanding and supporting mental health across different life stages. This knowledge and perspective add valuable diversity to the governance and advisory role she holds at Karuna Care London.
Karuna’s extracurricular achievements further highlight her leadership qualities and proactive nature. She held leadership responsibilities in her school’s STEM and badminton clubs, fostering her teamwork, communication, and organisational skills. Additionally, her achievements in national academic competitions, including a finalist position in the NCH Essay Competition (focused on criminal psychology), underline her analytical thinking, resilience, and commitment to ongoing personal and professional growth.
As Karuna Care London’s Mental Health Ambassador, Karuna plays a vital role in raising awareness, promoting mental health education, and advocating for psychological well-being among residents and staff alike. Her youthful perspective and approachable nature help bridge generational gaps, bringing fresh ideas and contemporary insights into mental health strategies, practices, and support systems within the organisation.
Through her dedication, academic foundation, and sincere empathy, Karuna Singh exemplifies how youthful passion combined with thoughtful engagement can meaningfully contribute to the ethos and continuous growth of Karuna Care London.