#GetWarwickTalking
#GetWarwickTalking
A dedicated co-production team of staff and students at the University of Warwick has united to enhance mental health awareness on campus. The #GetWarwickTalking initiative encourages students and staff to share their personal stories of their experiences of mental health, with the aim to help dismantle mental health stigma and foster open discussions about these vital issues on campus.
Let’s get the conversation started!
#GetWarwickTalking #WarwickWellbeing #StudentSupport
Our Aims
Learn About Mental Health
To increase awareness about mental health across the campus.
Talk Openly About Mental Health
To foster open discussions about mental health among students and staff.
Find Support When You Need It, Provided by Warwick and Beyond
To improve the access to and awareness of mental health support services.
#GetWarwickTalking
Lucy's Story
Why Lucy has chosen to share her story:
I wanted to show everyone that you cannot truly see people and their lived experiences at first glance. I wanted people to be able to relate and perhaps see hope for the future, and maybe even seek some of the support that I did.
I truly believe everything I wrote about talking and being vulnerable and how it has been empowering for me, so I want others to feel like they can take the power back in their own stories too. A lot of the time, that starts with a conversation, and that's exactly why I wanted to contribute to the #GetWarwickTalking initiative in a more personal way.
Hi, I’m Lucy and this is my story:
Oli's Story
Why Oli has chosen to share their story:
Struggling is hard, tiring and lonely. It is because of how in the past, and still sometimes now, I have struggled to recognise and talk to others about when I am struggling that, when this opportunity arose, I decided to face the anxiety and share my story in the hopes that it will help get Warwick talking more openly about mental health and the support available.
Hi, I’m Oli and this is my story:
Joseph's Story
Why Joseph has chosen to share his story:
I have chosen to share my story in the hope that those who see themselves reflected in my story will see that it is okay not to be okay and to know that mental health is just one part of our journey—it doesn’t define us. Sharing my story as an academic shows that anxiety doesn’t discriminate, it can impact the lives of staff and students. It’s important that we share and that we #GetWarwickTalking. I hope that my story will help others to reach out, to talk about their struggles and get the support they need.
Hi, I’m Joseph and this is my story:
Resources and Next Steps
If you were affected by any of the topics discussed within the videos or the website. Access support through the following:
- Access Warwick's wellbeing resources
- Samaritans Call 116 123
- Nightline Call 02476-522-199
Talk To Us
Do you have an idea for something that will help #GetWarwickTalking?
If so, we're all ears! We're always looking for fresh ideas and collaborations to improve your experience and bring new ideas to life.