Support Time to Talk Day
10 Jan 2020
Our University made a public commitment in June 2013 to tackle mental health stigma and discrimination by signing the Time to Change pledge
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In signing the Time to Change pledge our University is committed to help raise awareness and to tackle the stigma around mental health for our staff and students.
One in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health problem each year (Mind), yet there continues to be stigmas and misconceptions around mental health.
6 February is Time to Talk Day, a day for the nation to take 5 minutes to have a conversation about mental health and tackle the stigma surrounding it.
On this day, we’re asking students and staff to:
- Take a Break – come and join us on 6 February at the Atrium, University Place (drop in session 12pm-2pm) to chat and mingle with colleagues and students over a cup of coffee and a cake
- Talk – don’t bottle things up. Talk to an advisor, a friend or counsellor – you can tell us your story or even have a conversation #TimeToTalk
- Get Informed – about the services available for you or someone you know
- Do something small – that can make a big difference. Send a postcard to a friend or colleague and tag us @UoMEandD. Meet with friends, take part in an activity or join a staff network group
Get involved and make a difference
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
- If you would like a poster to display in your area, please contact equalityanddiversity@manchester.ac.uk.