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UniSA Student Mental Health Framework Project

Overview

The Project

Latest Updates

FAQs

Project Team

Student  Consultative Group

Project Steering Group

Get in touch


Overview

The University of South Australia is dedicated to helping students achieve positive mental wellbeing. 

Positive mental wellbeing is crucial for success at university. Students with positive mental wellbeing are better able to cope with stress, maintain focus, and manage their emotions effectively. Positive mental wellbeing also supports academic performance and a student's ability to navigate challenges during their academic journey.

UniSA recognises that we can positively and proactively influence the mental wellbeing of our students by continuing to evolve how we approach, normalise and support students in line with their perspectives and experiences.

The UniSA Student Mental Health Framework Project brings together students, student leaders, staff and mental health experts to achieve meaningful and sustainable outcomes for our student community.

The Project

The UniSA Student Mental Health Framework Project will run from 2023 to 2025, continuing our vital efforts to create a university community where students can truly thrive.

The Project’s main focus is to develop a Student Mental Health Framework that clearly outlines the University's commitment to student wellbeing. This Framework will offer guidance on how to prioritise student wellbeing in our day-to-day activities and areas of influence. Plus, the Wellbeing at UniSA webpage will be refreshed, bringing together all mental health services and resources in one easy-to-find spot.

The Project is shaped by student needs and preferences, underpinned by research, and customised to meet the unique requirements of our students.

Ultimately, the Project aims to achieve the following key deliverables:

 

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1. A current state analysis that identifies current student mental health initiatives across the University.

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2. A student mental health framework that articulates the University’s ambition and commitment to supporting student mental health.

> View Framework Document

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3. A Draft Action Plan that identifies potential actions that can meaningfully contribute toward positive student mental wellbeing, and a set of Recommendations and Considerations for the longevity of the Project and the future Adelaide University.

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 4. A refresh of the Wellbeing at UniSA webpage to create a 'one-stop-shop' that easily connects students and staff with the services and resources available to support student mental health.

Latest Updates

FAQ – Students

FAQ – Staff

The Project Team

The UniSA Student Mental Health Framework Project team includes:

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Natasha Boots

Deputy Director: Student Engagement, Student Engagement Unit
CITY WEST CAMPUS

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Rowena Kidd

Triage Counsellor,
Student Engagement Unit
CITY EAST CAMPUS

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John Walker

Project Manager,
Student Engagement Unit
CITY WEST CAMPUS

Student Consultative Group

The Student Consultative Group consists of student volunteers who actively contribute towards the development of the framework, and key actions and recommendations.

  • Alex Reynolds, UniSA Allied Health & Human Performance (UG)
  • Amanda Balmer, UniSA Clinical Health Sciences (UG)
  • Anisha Mahamad Rafik Sama, UniSA Business (PG)
  • Avneet Hunjan, UniSA Justice & Society (UG)
  • Bailey Hart, UniSA Justice & Society (UG)
  • Chloe Cameron, UniSA Justice & Society (UG)
  • Elise Cox, UniSA Creative (UG)
  • Georgia Deane, UniSA Justice & Society and Student Chair (UG)
  • Jess Kidner, UniSA Online (UG)
  • Meg Peartree, UniSA Business (UG)
  • Raine Baljak, UniSA Clinical Health Sciences (UG)
  • Riya Mahajan, UniSA Creative (PG)
  • Rhys Peden, UniSA Justice & Society (UG)
  • Tamanna Bakhtyari, UniSA Justice & Society (UG)

Click on the link to view the Group's Terms of Reference.

Project Steering Group

The Steering Group is responsible for providing strategic advice, guidance and support for the development of the Project.

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Get in Touch

Have any feedback on the UniSA Student Mental Health Framework Project or would like to ask a question? Click the button below.

EMAIL THE TEAM