20 million students offered free mental wellbeing support via Unmind and UNiDAYS partnership

Global student platform UNiDAYS has announced a partnership with London based mental health platform Unmind to provide students with the support and tools to “proactively manage, understand and nurture their mental wellbeing” for free.

As the first brand to offer students entirely free access to the Unmind platform, UNiDAYS is championing student wellbeing at a time when the cost-of-living crisis is having an “unprecedented effect” on their quality of life.

The partnership comes as recent research from UNiDAYS reveals that, despite wellbeing being a top long-term priority for three quarters of students, 72 per cent state they struggle with their mental health at least once a week, and that half of Gen Z say their stress or anxiety 2worsened overall throughout the pandemic“.

In recognition of the challenges facing students, the deal will offer UNiDAYS members free, unlimited access to the full library of Unmind content and resources for 12 months, including short learning courses focused on mindfulness, relaxation techniques and assessments to track wellbeing over time.

Alongside workout guides, meditation sessions and audiobooks designed to aid sleep, these resources help people flourish by taking ownership of their mental wellbeing. Students will also be able to share Unmind access to a friend, family, or loved one at no additional cost.

Currently available in 180 countries, Unmind’s work has been validated through studies with the University of Cambridge and the University of Sussex, content is created by clinical psychologists and supports users with their mental, physical, social, and financial wellbeing.

The platform also provides signposts to critical support networks like crisis helplines.

Alex Gallagher, Chief Strategy Officer at UNiDAYS, highlighted the importance of unlocking affordable possibilities for young adults around the world: “It’s no secret that the cost-of-living crisis is having a significant impact on all of us.

“And for students particularly, there has been unprecedented strain not only on completing their studies but how they equip themselves with the life skills to prepare for their journey ahead.”

Nick Taylor, CEO at Unmind added: “We want to help students to embed proactive mental health practices, enabling them to measure, understand, and maintain their wellbeing as they navigate this next stage of life. We believe this group of students can help set the standard for the next generation of workers that really prioritise their wellbeing.”

By Matthew Neville – Correspondent, Bdaily

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