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We are the largest membership network of #StudentMentalHealth professionals working in education across the UK. Every day is #UniMentalHealthDay!
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UMHAN @umhan.bsky.social · Dec 5
Hello! We are the largest network of #StudentMentalHealth professionals in the UK and have joined #Bluesky to continue our work with professionals who support students with mental health conditions in higher education. Follow us and join our network- we look forward to connecting with you!
A blue and green gradient background with the UMHAN logo in the bottom right corner. The text reads: Who Are We? We are the largest network of student mental health professionals working in education across the UK. What Do We Do? We provide resources for mental health professionals working in education. Where Can You Find Us? Instagram: @UMHANUK X: @UMHANUK Website: umhan.com
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What are we doing this month? Lots of meetings for members and a Lunch & Learn. Members can book: www.umhan.com/pages/events #studentmentalhealth #universitymentalhealth #membershipcharity #mentalhealthsupport
November 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Join us later this month for our next Lunch & Learn event.
To book your place, follow the link below:
www.umhan.com/events/lunch...
Lunch & Learn post titled: Supporting LGBTQ+ student wellbeing. Date: Wednesday, 29th October Time: 1pm
October 16, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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Two fantastic new postings on our Jobs Board. For more information or to apply, follow the link below:
www.umhan.com/pages/MHjobs...
Jobs Board posting for Imperial College London for the role of: Senior Study Mentor Mental Health. Closing date: 06/07/25 Jobs Board posting for Imperial College London for the role of Senior Mental Health Intervention Officer. Closing date: 07/07/25.
June 19, 2025 at 10:44 AM
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UMHAN member Imogen Varle will be speaking to members about her experiences of late diagnosed autism and how to thrive at university. Members, please book onto this event via the link below:
www.umhan.com/events/lunch...

#StudentMentalHealth #Neurodivergence #Autism #MentalHealthSupport
Flyer promoting our next Lunch & Learn session with Imogen Varle on Thursday 19th June at 1pm.
June 12, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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Please see our June events. For more info. or to book onto any of these events, follow the link below:
www.umhan.com/pages/events
Events post for the month of June.
June 3, 2025 at 7:24 AM
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It’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek and this year's theme is #PowerInCommunity.
Communities, networks and social connections can play a big role in our mental wellbeing. Let’s take a moment to embrace those connections and perhaps reach out to someone who might need them too.
This is a poster raising awareness for Mental Health Awareness Week, with the theme being: community. The post is orange with white text reading: There is power in community.
May 13, 2025 at 9:07 AM
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We can’t change things alone. We need all of you to help us make a difference. Let’s get student voices heard.

Join us this #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek to help make a positive impact on your university community.

Find out more today by emailing: studentvoice@studentminds.org.uk
May 12, 2025 at 7:52 AM
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📣 Calling all students!! Are you interested in enhancing student health & wellbeing? Looking to gain some volunteering experience? Become a social prescribing volunteer! Find out more 👉https://tinyurl.com/43krwxmu
May 12, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we asked how community has supported your mental health.

We were blown away by your answers. Take a look 👇
Graphic promoting Mental Health Awareness Week from 12-18 May with a quote from Claire, SE England. The text emphasises the power of community on a blue radial background. Logo of Mental Health UK is visible. The quote states "I experience issues with stress and anxiety. I decided to start my own Facebook group. We have almost 3k members talking about books and mental health with members from around the world! It has changed my life" Graphic promoting Mental Health Awareness Week from 12-18 May with a quote from Nichola, South Wales. The text emphasises the power of community on a blue radial background. Logo of Mental Health UK is visible. The quote states "People's kindness in the community goes a long way. The local shop is an example of this. A simple good morning or how are you made the world of difference to me."
May 12, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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Later this month, Dr. Mma Yeebo will be speaking on supporting racially and ethnically minoritised students with their mental health. Members, please book onto this event via the link below:
www.umhan.com/events/lunch...

#StudentMentalHealth #StudentSupport #MentalHealthSupport #StudentWellbeing
Lunch and learn titled: supporting racially and ethnically minoritised students with their mental health. Friday 23rd May at 1pm.
May 6, 2025 at 7:26 AM
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🗓️ 7 May #ARCseminar

Improving #MentalHealth & wellbeing with creative arts

www.eventbrite.com/e/improving-...

Simon Gilbody @arc-yharc.bsky.social
Briana Applewhite @arc-oxtv.bsky.social
Christalla Pithara-McKeown @arc-west.bsky.social
Tony Woods & Ioannis Bakolis @arc-southlondon.bsky.social
NIHR National Institute for Heath and Care Research #ARCseminar
April 3, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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Join us next week as Martyn Brown, Mental Health Manager at @kingstonuniversity.bsky.social, shares insights on supporting autistic students with their mental health.
Book here: www.umhan.com/events/lunch...
Lunch and Learn post with guest speaker Martyn Brown, who will be discussing how to support autistic students with their mental health best.
April 15, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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There's something GROWing in the Mental Health Research Incubator! 🌱

Stay tuned for details about our #mentalhealth and #addiction #research ECR career development programme, including some new and exciting changes ‍💫
April 9, 2025 at 9:53 AM
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We are really looking forward to our Lunch & Learn with
@ukmsa.org.uk this Thursday. To find out more about the Shed movement and their new pilot project, book onto our Lunch & Learn:
www.umhan.com/events/lunch...
An informative graphic explaining the concept of men's sheds, highlighting community, creativity, and shared activities.
April 8, 2025 at 8:56 AM
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We've extended the application deadline for our Peer Coaching (PeCo) 2025 programme!

Apply now 🚨 mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/peer-coachin...

⏰ NEW DEADLINE - Monday 14 April at 9am

Here are some reasons why PeCo could be the perfect next step for your #mentalhealth #research career (a thread) 🧵
April 7, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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We will be in the White Rose Shopping Centre tomorrow (8th April) for an #AutismAcceptanceMonth event.
Support is available in Leeds for autistic people & their familes.
Come and say hello between 11am and 2pm.

@advonetuk.bsky.social @connectinthenorth.bsky.social @healthwatchleeds.bsky.social
April 7, 2025 at 9:51 AM
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Three Research Schools' Online Seminar | Engaging marginalised young people in education, 24 April 2025, 12 - 1pm: www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/events/onlin...

#MentalHealth #Research

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Three Research Schools' Online Seminar | Engaging marginalised young people in education, 24 April 2025, 12 - 1pm: https://www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/events/online-seminar-engaging-marginalised-young-people-in-education #MentalHealth #Research @ashmore1973.bsky.social @georginaspcr.bsky.social
March 24, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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Join us for #LTHEchat on Wednesday 26 March at 8pm GMT to discuss ''Co-creation: unlocking the full potential of students as co-creators of projects in Higher Education' led by Gustavo Espinoza Ramos @tavoer8.bsky.social and Scott Turner @scottturnercccu.bsky.social lthechat.com/2025/03/24/l...
#LTHEchat 324: Co-creation: unlocking the full potential of students as co-creators of projects in Higher Education
Led by Dr Gustavo Espinoza-Ramos tavoer8.bsky.social and Dr Scott Turner @scottturnercccu.bsky.social Higher education institutions have undergone significant transformations due to external pressu…
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March 24, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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We are a signatory to the statement on the HESA consultation which proposes widening the coverage of the #HigherEducation staff record. This would recognise the range & contribution of all staff working in HE including our members. Read more: umhan.com/pages/respon...
Consultations, calls for evidence & working groups | UMHAN
A selection of UMHAN's contributions
umhan.com
March 21, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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A huge thank you to everyone who took part in #UniMentalHealthDay! Your voices and ongoing support help us continue pushing for better mental health support in higher education, not just today, but all year round 💙
Blue background with an illustrated image of two hands holding up a placard. The placard reads: Thank you. In the bottom right corner sits the Student Minds and UMHAN logos and above this: #UniMentalHealthDay.
March 13, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Our vision is for students with mental health conditions to know their rights and how to access available support. To find out more about the types of support available to students visit: lnkd.in/es49yfpj To find out what support is available at your university ⬇️ #UniMentalHealthDay
Blue background with an illustrated image of two hands holding up a placard. The placard reads: 1 in 4 students don't know where to find mental health support. -Student Minds, 2023. In the bottom right corner sits the Student Minds and UMHAN logos and above this: #UniMentalHealthDay. Blue background with an illustrated image of two hands holding up a placard. The placard reads: Student Space is a fantastic tool to help find support at any university, -Student Minds, 2023. In the bottom right corner sits the Student Minds and UMHAN logos and above this: #UniMentalHealthDay. Blue background with an illustrated image of two hands holding up a placard. The placard reads: Visit studentspace.org.uk, click support at your university, enter your university's name. -Student Minds, 2023. In the bottom right corner sits the Student Minds and UMHAN logos and above this: #UniMentalHealthDay.
March 13, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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We absolutely agree! #UniMentalHealthDay
studentmindsorg.bsky.social Student Minds @studentmindsorg.bsky.social · Mar 13
Without staff wellbeing, there is no good student mental health. A whole- university approach must include all members of the university community.

Explore our University Mental Health Charter to see how you can improve mental health 👉 hub.studentminds.org.uk/resources/ch...
An image of people in a circle with text at the centre that reads: There is no good student mental health without good staff mental health #unimentalhealthday
March 13, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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To join our webinar at 1pm today click the link below to book: www.umhan.com/events/umhd-...

#UniMentalHealthDay
Blue background with illustrated green and navy climbing holds. In the bottom right corner are the Student Minds and UMHAN logos. Above the logos sits the #: #UniMentalHealthDay. The main body of text reads: This year we are providing a space to think creatively about how universities can support student mental health.
March 13, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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Our latest blog titled: '#UniMentalHealthDay 2025 - This is why our community matters!', is out now. To read it click: www.umhan.com/pages/blog
#UniMentalHealthDay #StudentMentalHealth
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March 13, 2025 at 10:29 AM
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Join us and @studentmindsorg.bsky.social today on #UniMentalHealthDay - share this post so students know where to seek support ⬇️
studentmindsorg.bsky.social Student Minds @studentmindsorg.bsky.social · Mar 13
1 in 4 students at university don’t know where to find support for their mental health. Let’s work together to make sure that students know where to find the advice they by sharing this post today. #UniMentalHealthDay
A graphic with an illustration of someone dealing with anxieties, with text that reads: @StudentMindsOrg presents... A guide to university: Looking after your mental health at uni Text reads: Tip #1: Keep an eye on your mental health One of the best ways to help with your mental health difficulty is to keep an eye on your symptoms when they get worse. This might look like changes in appetite, sleep difficulties or something unique to you. Keeping track through a diary can help you notice these changes so that you can use strategies that help you during these tough times. Text reads: Tip #2: Prioritise your mental health When there are periods of uncertainty and change, putting your mental health second is easy. However, prioritising your mental health is more important than ever, as your well-being should always come first. This can look like: Putting your mental health above your studies Taking breaks when you need them Taking time for you and not checking social media or the news Text reads: Tip #3: Support is there for you Your university will have student support services that can help you with your mental health. They can also help you manage your studies if you need to take a break from them. If you have reached out to your GP or mental health care team, it's important to remember you can rely on them too. Attend appointments and try to keep track of all the medication that you are taking, as it will help you.
March 13, 2025 at 10:20 AM