Mind the Gap Phase 2: Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Students at Anglia Ruskin University

The primary aim of work undertaken with Aimhigher funding is to ensure that the outcomes of such work become embedded in the institution concerned and are taken forward once the funding has ceased. In this regard, MTG2 has been a great success. Building on Mind the Gap 1 (MTG1), the Project was designed to start the process of developing staff and embedding systems of support throughout our University for students with mental health difficulties and/or distress (MHD/D). The Project was identified as a key component of the work our University is undertaking as part of our combined Disability Equality Scheme action plan. The Project has identified a significant interest amongst staff for training in this area and INSPIRE shall – in collaboration with the Office of Student Affairs and Human Resources (HR) – continue to offer workshops and resources in the future.