The Think Positive programme will be moving to a new host organisation, Student Minds, the UK’s leading student mental health charity marking an exciting new chapter for student mental health in Scotland. Student Minds brings deep expertise, a strong evidence-based approach and a long-standing commitment to improving student wellbeing across the UK. Their focus on …
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Mental health support services for young people: share your views
NHS 24 have launched a survey with the aim of improving mental health support services for young people aged 16-25 across Scotland. The purpose of this survey is to gather insights into how much young people know about NHS 24’s mental health services, as well as their experiences and perceptions. The findings will inform future improvements and help to make …
NUS Scotland release 2026 Student Manifesto
NUS Scotland have launched their student manifesto ahead of the Scottish Parliamentary Elections on 7 May 2026. Their manifesto is based on consultation with thousands of students and student representatives across Scotland. It covers eight (8) key areas: Within each key area, NUS Scotland have a list of pledge requests. Looking specifically at the mental …
See Me Empower Change pilot
What is it? Over the past two years, See Me and Think Positive have worked in partnership to adapt See Me See Change for colleges and universities, supporting a whole‑institution approach to tackling mental health stigma and discrimination. Reducing stigma associated with mental health is a common priority for colleges and universities across Scotland and central to their strategies and Student …
New Suicide Prevention Action Plan for 2026-29
The Scottish Government and COSLA have published a new suicide prevention action plan; Creating Hope Together: Suicide Prevention Action Plan 2026–2029. It builds on the first three years of Scotland’s suicide prevention strategy, and is based around four key strategic outcomes: Suicide Prevention Scotland have brought together a guide intended to provide an overview of …
