JiVA Mental Health Events
Smoke & Mirrors: JiVA's 4th Annual Gala
- Above the Block · Los Angeles, CA
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- 5:30 PM – 11:30 PM PDT
What if the biggest illusion of the night is believing everyone else has it together?
JiVA Mental Health’s Smoke & Mirrors Gala is a significant annual gathering for the South Asian mental health community in Southern California. Join us for dinner, an open bar, live magic, an auction, community, and fundraising for culturally responsive mental health care.
JiVA × Compassion Unites
- Veterans Memorial Park · Culver City, CA
- Sunday, October 4, 2026
- 3:00–4:00 PM
JiVA Mental Health and Compassion Unites invite you to a welcoming hour of community breathwork and meditation in the park. Breathe, pause, and reconnect through simple, accessible practices. No yoga or meditation experience is needed.
Suggested donation: $20. No one will be turned away. All proceeds will go toward supporting communities facing challenges in Nepal.
Boldly Brown: A Conversation for South Asian Men
- Los Angeles, CA
- Wednesday, June 24, 2026
- 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PDT
Boldly Brown brought South Asian men in Los Angeles together for an honest conversation about dating, relationships, men’s health, identity, isolation, and substance culture.
Presented by JiVA Mental Health and ASAN and moderated by Nicholas Jain, a therapist with JiVA Mental Health, the evening made room for direct community conversation without presenting itself as group therapy.
The Power of Being Seen—JiVA Gala
- Los Angeles, CA
- Saturday, November 8, 2025
- 6:00–11:00 PM
JiVA’s 2025 Unmasking Gala brought the community together for an evening of comedy, dinner, dancing, and fundraising for culturally responsive South Asian mental health programs.
Illumination Impact Campaign Screening in LA
- Los Angeles, CA
- Wednesday, October 1, 2025
- 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
JiVA hosted a Los Angeles screening of Where the Light Enters You, a film exploring grief, girls’ education, women’s health, and the strength of female friendship through two parallel stories in New York and India.
Embody HER: A Celebration of Women’s Healing, Empowerment, and Restoration
Los Angeles · May 17, 2025
Embody HER brought women of color together for a day centered on mental well-being, connection, restoration, and culturally responsive conversations about health and success.
- Empowering Panel Discussions
Engage with thought leaders on topics such as women’s health, mental well-being, and redefining success.
Experience rejuvenating services including:
- Complimentary Professional Photography: Capture stunning images for your social media, LinkedIn & dating profiles.
- NAD+ Shots: Boost your energy and wellness.
- Press-On Nail Bar: Enjoy a quick and chic manicure.
- Red Light Therapy: Promote healing and relaxation.
- Glow Tans: Achieve a radiant, sun-kissed look.
- Affirmation Cupcakes: Indulge in sweet treats with positive messages.
- Guatemalan Coffee: Savor rich, aromatic brews.
- Make-Your-Own Bouquet Station by Fancy Florists: Create your personalized floral arrangement to take home.
More Past JiVA Events
JiVA’s events create space for honest conversation, culturally grounded learning, and community connection. These past gatherings reflect the range of ways JiVA brings mental health education and support into the community.
JiVA Holiday Mingle Hour · December 18, 2024
6:00–8:30 PM · Citizen Public Market, Culver City
JiVA closed the year with an informal South Asian community gathering focused on food, conversation, and connection.
2024 Community Events
Emerging from Shadow to the Light: South Asian Mental Health Charity Gala
- Oct 12, 2024
- 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Los Angeles, 224 E 11th St #601, Los Angeles, CA 90015, USA
Being Brown, Being Well: Navigating Identity and Belonging for South Asian Americans
- Sep 24, 2024
- 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- PDT Webinar
Priya Means Love 5K Walk
- Sep 22, 2024
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Santa Monica, 2701 Barnard Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA
Boldly Brown: Defining Our Paths
- Jun 25, 2024
- 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Los Angeles, West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Breaking Single to Shaadi Norms
- Mar 20, 2024
- 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Virtual event · PDT
Cultivating Healthy Connections: A South Asian Mental Health Gathering
- Feb 04, 2024
- 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Arth Bar & Kitchen, 9531 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232, USA