University of Warwick MindAware Society
Warwick Mind Aware is a society which helps raise awareness for mental health issues and reduce the stigma surrounding them.
Mental Health Awareness Weeks
Most of our important events are held during global and national awareness weeks dedicated to specific disorders or to mental wellbeing in general! During the week we work with our own members and different societies to hold various events helping raise awareness for mental health and different mental illnesses. This year we are planning:
The informational talks will be quite informal so you can get involved as much or as little as you like! We will be discussing things such as the symptoms, consequences and misconceptions about mental illnesses. We will also talk about misdiagnosis and how to help a friend.
We also hold events on mental health topics throughout the year, regardless of the time of year. These typically include disorders that might not have a dedicated week during term time but may also include ones that do - but please feel free to get in touch if there’s a particular topic that you’d like to talk about!
Our Society Awards
Neurodiversity
This year we are also planning to collaborate with societies at Warwick to introduce talks about neurodiversity and neurodivergent conditions! We hope to raise the awareness and understanding surrounding neurodiversity (including Autism and ADHD) by hosting events similar to the ones held for mental health awareness weeks!
Socials & Wellbeing Events
As well as raising awareness, we’re also here to have a good time! Mind Aware hold various socials throughout the year, and they’re all different so there’s something for everyone!
In the past we’ve done doggy de-stress days, christmas dinner at Xananas, Bowling, Laser Quest, Ice Skating, Curry nights, Board Game socials, and quiz nights. We're also looking to have regular guided meditation sessions, arts and crafts and nature activites!