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The Iscte Mental Health Ambassadors Programme was created by students for students. Its main objectives are to increase awareness and literacy around mental health, promote an informed, inclusive and supportive academic culture, and reduce the stigma associated with mental health-related issues.
It has the following specific goals:
To increase mental health literacy in order to reduce the stigma associated with mental health-related issues and seeking professional support;
To draw on shared experiences to provide support to peers experiencing mental health difficulties;
To provide information about the services available within the community and the steps to take when seeking support;
To raise awareness of the importance of self-care in relation to mental health and well-being;
To foster a culture of support and promote student well-being and development at Iscte.
Mental Health Ambassadors are Iscte students who complete prior training provided by the Student Counselling Office of the Social Services (SAS/GAA). This training enables them to promote education, literacy and awareness regarding various mental health topics relevant to higher education students.
They are also prepared to support peers who seek help by providing information about Iscte’s support resources and services, as well as referral pathways.
Under the guidance of Iscte Counselling of the Welfare Services, Mental Health Ambassadors will develop and collaborate on a range of initiatives, including: conversations and discussions on different mental health topics within higher education; awareness-raising events and campaigns; answering questions about the referral process to Iscte’s support services; and sharing information about external mental health support resources available in the community.
To increase mental health literacy in order to reduce the stigma associated with mental health-related issues and seeking professional support;
For more information contact: sas.gaa@iscte-iul.pt
