Mental Health Awareness Week 2026
Join us from 5th to 9th October 2026 for DkIT's Mental Health Awareness Week.
A week of wellbeing, support, and fun activities designed to promote positive mental health across our campus community. Students can take part in a range of on-site events, supports, and interactive activities throughout the week.
Win Great Student Prizes
Complete our short Mental Health Awareness Week survey for your chance to win one of the following prizes:
- Takeaway Voucher
- Signed Leinster Rugby Jersey
- Wellness Hamper
Don't miss this opportunity to get involved, learn more about mental wellbeing, and be in with a chance of winning a fantastic prize.
What's happening
| Day/Time | Event |
|---|---|
Monday 5th October 11am to 12pm | POP UPS Pop-up wellness stations for tips, tricks, and resources for your mental health (or for a friend/family member). Location: Engineering/North Building |
Monday 5th October 1pm | Sensory Guided Nature Walk Discover our walking trail with free sensory experiences. Join us at 1pm outside the Student Information Desk (30-minute walk). Location: Outside the Student Information Desk (SID) |
Tuesday 6th October 11am to 12pm | Song Workshop Creative songwriting workshop. No prior musical experience is necessary. During the workshop (1hr), participants will be invited to share thoughts on both the challenges they face and what makes them happy. These ideas will inspire a song! Location: Room P1017, Carroll Building |
Tuesday 6th October 11am to 12pm | POP UPS Pop-up wellness stations for tips, tricks, and resources for your mental health (or for a friend/family member). Location: Muirhevna/Nursing Building |
Tuesday 6th October 1pm to 3pm | Film Screening Come along for a daytime screening of your favourite feel-good film (1pm to 3pm) with popcorn. Location: Students' Union Hub |
Tuesday 6th October 2pm to 3pm | The Open Door The open door is a space to talk things through (1hr), unpack what's going on, help put you in the right direction in a supportive and non-judgemental way, e.g. lonely, not sure what to do, missing assignments or classes. Location: Room F221 |
Wednesday 7th October 10am to 11am | Sip n' Sketch Do some mindful drawing, listen to some relaxing music, with some tea/coffee and biscuits! (1hr). Location: Library |
Wednesday 7th October 11am to 2.30pm | Virtual Reality: Get out of your Head & Play Book a specific time slot for you and friends (30-minute slot). Location: Mobile Digital Lab outside the main entrance |
Wednesday 7th October 11am to 2.30pm | iPad: Learn to Draw Your Own Stress Zombie Book a specific time slot for you and friends (30-minute slot). Location: Mobile Digital Lab outside the main entrance |
Wednesday 7th October 11am to 12pm | POP UPS Pop-up wellness stations for tips, tricks, and resources for your mental health (or for a friend/family member). Location: Carroll Building |
Thursday 8th October 11am to 2pm | Mental Health Fair Pop in to find out more about Mental Health Supports, relax and unwind, play some games, and win prizes. Have a chat or learn more about internal supports and local and national mental health supports. Check in with on-campus and local supports in your community. The SU will also provide… Barbers and Ice Cream! Location: MPC, Faulkner Building |
Thursday 8th October 11am to 2pm | Check in with Local Supports Have a chat or learn more about internal supports and local and national mental health supports. Check in with on-campus and local supports in your community. Location: MPC, Faulkner Building |
Thursday 8th October 11am to 2.30pm | Virtual Reality: Get out of your Head & Play Book a specific time slot for you and friends (30-minute slot). Location: Mobile Digital Lab outside the main entrance |
Thursday 8th October 11am to 2.30pm | iPad: Learn to Draw Your Own Stress Zombie Book a specific time slot for you and friends (30-minute slot). Location: Mobile Digital Lab outside the main entrance |
Thursday 8th October 1pm | Pilates Pilates is a great way to improve posture, reduce stress, and boost energy. Perfect for busy students. Join us for a taster session! Location: MPC, Faulkner Building |
Friday 9th October 1pm | Meditation Session Join us for a guided meditation session. Location: Room F221, Faulkner Building
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