If necessary, give several examples relevant to the context age, background of the particular group about what is meant by promoting mental health and well-being β generally along three spheres; e. Invite the BD to come to the front of the group.
Ask them to come to the front of the group, and have each of them identify with one of the barriers. Introduce the basic story and roles in the role-play. Position the BD facing the flip-chart, with the Passengers barriers lined up at right angles to the BD to get on the imaginary bus. The remaining participants are invited to gather around and find a position where they can best watch the action.
Describe the scenario the local bus system, etc that reflects the local context to engage the whole group. If there are two facilitators, one can orientate the bus driver and the other can orientate the passengers.
Encourage the bus driver to physically get into role β with hands raised as if steering the wheel. Invite the next Passenger and so forth. By the end, the BD should be facing degrees away from the flip-chart, with a single line of Passengers behind the BD. If there are two facilitators, one should stand beside the BD to give emotional support and to help pivot the BD. The other facilitator can help guide the movement of Passengers.
Interrupt only if it gets too long. Tell the BD that the Passenger has paid the fare, and is here to stay. The BD may get emotional facing certain barriers. Pace the exercise accordingly to give BD the needed support.
