The Centre for Campus Innovation in Campus Mental Health (CICMH) successfully brought together post-secondary institutions and community organizations, to champion campus mental health. Attendees utilized the unique platform to showcase impactful initiatives, paving the way for potential partnerships and exploring new avenues for growth and synergy.
Arthur Barron, the director of student services at St. Clair College, emphasized the importance of the initiative.
"St. Clair College is committed to meeting the mental health needs of our students, but we cannot meet this growing challenge alone," Barron highlighted. "We need partners like the Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health and the Canadian Mental Health Association to provide wrap-around supports for our students' mental health and well-being."
The forum's agenda featured engaging activities such as a Needs/Wants/Desires exercise, a workshop on loneliness and connection, and insightful 10-minute presentations. The interactive aura attracted participants passionate about campus mental health and community well-being. The event aimed to encourage collaboration and create a healthier and more supportive community. Ultimately, the forum successfully became a catalyst for positive change in the mental health landscape, uniting stakeholders for collective efforts toward a healthier community.