University Mental Health Day FAQ’s
What is University Mental Health Day and when does it happen?
University Mental Health Day is the biggest day of the year for student mental health, bringing the nation together to make mental health a university-wide priority. The aim is to create ongoing change to the future of student mental health.
University Mental Health Day happens every year on the second Thursday in March.
University Mental Health Day 2026 is taking place on Thursday 12th of March.
University Mental Health Day happens every year on the second Thursday in March.
University Mental Health Day 2026 is taking place on Thursday 12th of March.
Who runs University Mental Health Day?
University Mental Health Day is run jointly by Student Minds and UMHAN (University Mental Health Advisors Network).
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Student Minds is the UK’s student mental health charity. We have a clear mission - no student should be held back by their mental health. We empower students to build their own mental health toolkit to support themselves and their peers through university life and beyond. We challenge the higher education sector, health sector, and government to make student mental health a priority.
Together, we’re improving university communities so that every student gets the mental health support they need to reach their goals. Find out more about what we do. |
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UMHAN (University Mental Health Advisors Network) is a national UK charity. We are the largest network of mental health professionals working in education, and have 20 years experience in the Higher and Further Education sector. Our members are dedicated to, and have a practical role in, providing support to students with mental health conditions.
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How do I follow along on the day?
We will be engaging with the community on all of our social channels and also on this website, make sure to follow us on our social media platforms and use or search the hashtag #UniMentalHealthDay to see what's going on across the UK.
Click below to follow Student Minds:
Click below to follow Student Minds:
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Click below to follow UMHAN (University Mental Health Advisors Network:
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How can I donate to support your work?
We appreciate all donations that help to support our missions to ensure no student is held back by their mental health and continue to work together to maintain high standards of mental health professional support in education. We understand you might not have time to run an event, however you can still donate to our causes in support of University Mental Health Day.
I am worried about my/my friends mental health. What should I do?
Whether you are looking for support for your own mental health at university, support for a friend or loved one, help is available. Explore the support available at your university and further.
Urgent Support
Are you feeling desperate or distressed right now?
Need to talk to someone?
Samaritans - open every day throughout the year.
Need medical help?
Need to talk to someone?
Samaritans - open every day throughout the year.
Need medical help?
- If you need medical advice you can book an emergency GP appointment with your GP surgery.
- If you need urgent help for your mental health get help from 111 online or call 111 and select the mental health option.
Note: this is a new initiative that came into force on 8th May 2024 which is being rolled out across England as a universal point of access for people experiencing mental health crisis. - If you need urgent medical advice call the NHS 111 (England & Wales) or NHS 24(Scotland) - T: 08454 242424
- If you need immediate medical help or attention call 999 or visit Accident & Emergency (A&E).
