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‘Give’ is one of the Five Ways to Wellbeing, and a great way to ‘Give’ is to give some of your time by volunteering. Find out about opportunities to fundraise for Mind, volunteer at your university and in your community.

Volunteering may be more difficult right now because of COVID-19 restrictions.

Before applying for any opportunities, check in with the organisation to see what's running and what extra precautions you may need to take.

Some organisations will also be running virtual volunteering opportunities.

Getting involved with Mind

Volunteering with Mind

There are lots of ways you can spend your free time getting involved with Mind. as a student. For example:

  • fundraising for us
  • becoming a campaigner
  • supporting your local Mind shop
  • becoming a Mind volunteer.

Find out more about volunteering with Mind.

Join the Mind 27 27 fundraiser for student mental health

Mind is challenging people to run 27 miles over 27 days. We're raising money in solidarity with the 27% of students who report a mental health problem while at university.

Check out the Mind 27 27 fundraiser page to register and find out more.

a photos of Lewis who did the 27 27 challenge

"I couldn’t go out to the gym or outside to continue my challenge. Fear not, I had a backup plan."

Read Lewis' story

Volunteering at Student Minds

Student Minds is a mental health charity dedicated to improving student mental health.

You can get involved with Student Minds by:

  • becoming a peer support group volunteer
  • fundraise for them
  • write for them
  • getting involved with one of their projects on male mental health or international students.

Find out more about volunteering at Student Minds.

Volunteering at your university

Both your university and student union will may offer a wide range of volunteering opportunities, both internally but also within your local community.

Student volunteering opportunities can be a great way to give up some of your time, while learning new skills or improving your CV.

Some universities have volunteering opportunities listed online, check if your place of study is noted below.

The Royal Voluntary Service

The Royal Voluntary Service specialises in mobilising volunteers within local communities to help those in need.

It has specific opportunities for students, such as volunteering in the NHS, supporting local communities through the coronavirus pandemic, or helping people stay safe during the pandemic period.

Find out more about volunteering with the Royal Voluntary Service.

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