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Celebrating University Mental Health Day 2026

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Thursday 12 March is University Mental Health Day, a national opportunity to get talking about your wellbeing and create ongoing change around student mental health. This annual event is organised by Student Minds and the University Mental Health Advisory Network (UMHAN) with the vision that ‘no student should be held back by their mental health’.

We know it's vital to support your mental health, so we’re sharing some resources to help us to help each other.

 

Mental health and wellbeing resources

At King's we offer a wide range of support to help you with your mental health and wellbeing. Continue reading and watch the video below to find out more about the resources available to you.

King’s Counselling & Mental Health Support

The offers free and confidential in-person and online support. They’ve also recently launched a new podcast, brings together counsellors, student officers and student reps to share their experience and insight on mental health at King's.

You can find out more about the services Counselling & Mental Health Support Service offer on Student Services Online.

Chaplaincy

The Chaplaincy is a resource for all students at King’s, of any faith or none. This year, they're holding a service to mark Women’s History Month and University Mental Health Day at the Strand. Absolutely anyone at King’s is welcome to come along and all attendees are invited to enjoy a light lunch after the service.

Free on-demand content with Les Mills+

Work out anytime, anywhere! Get free access to world-class on-demand workouts from Les Mills. From yoga, meditation, and mindfulness to strength, HIIT, and dance, there's something for everyone.

Content is available in German, Spanish, and Japanese, with French options featuring subtitles. Enrol via King's Sport & Wellness Les Mills+ KEATS page.

Online Resources

Student Services Online

You can find the answers to your questions about all aspects of life at King’s on . There’s a section on Health & Wellbeing for information and resources about physical & mental health, like our top tips on managing your mental health & wellbeing.

Student Minds

Student Minds is a charity that empowers students to support themselves and their peers through university. They offer a range of resources, from advice articles to support services directories.

There are also lots of different apps out there that you can use to support your mental health and wellbeing, which you can read about on Student Services Online.

Get involved

King's is hosting a variety of events across March to encourage you to look after your mental health and wellbeing.

Take Time Out

Held every Tuesday and Thursday during term time, Take Time Out is an opportunity to unwind, make friends and get support. There are activities, like table tennis or crafts, and the chance to speak to one of our Faculty Wellbeing Advisors, a KCLSU Campus Conversations peer supporter, students trained to listen to you and signpost resources, or a KCLSU Advisor, who can offer confidential and impartial advice.

Head to their events across the Strand, Waterloo, Denmark Hill and Guy's Campuses.

 

The Great King’s Run

Sunday 29 March 2026, 09.30–12.30 

The Great King’s Run is back! Run, walk, skip or dance along a beautiful 5km route around the River Thames and Westminster.

The fun run is open to everyone and all runners who take part in fancy dress will be in for a chance to win a prize for the best outfit.

Register now

 

The King's Wellbeing Survey

To help us continue improving our approach to supporting students, we're asking our students to complete a quick survey about your daily routines, quality of life, social connections, and general wellbeing.

The survey takes no longer than 10 minutes to complete. As a thank you, we’ll give you a free hot drink credit for King’s Food, along with the chance to win a King’s hoodie!

Find out more

 

Useful links

Find a Time Out Wellbeing Hub
What does King’s Sport & Wellness offer?
Sign in or register for our King’s-Spectrum Life wellbeing platform
Find your Faculty Wellbeing Advisor
Help & Advice from KCLSU
How the Chaplaincy can support you
How Money Advice can help
How Housing Advice can help
Our Counselling & Mental Health Support service
If you need help now, use our crisis support
Information on all the support services at King’s