Police and Campus Partners Host Mental Health Awareness and Exam Support Day at NWU

The joint outreach aimed to raise awareness around mental health, support students ahead of their upcoming examination period, and foster a safe and supportive campus environment.

Collaborative Support and On-Campus Resources

The event featured interactive information kiosks and advisory booths set up in open student areas across the campus. SAPS officers actively engaged with students to provide guidance on personal safety and community support mechanisms, emphasizing the role of law enforcement in student well-being.

Working alongside campus Protection Services and the Student Representative Council (SRC), officers helped distribute educational literature to students. External organizations, including the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG), were also represented, sharing resources on depression, stress management, and suicide prevention.

Interactive Engagement and Student Support

Throughout the program, students interacted directly with officers and support personnel, reviewing informational flyers and participating in open discussions about mental health challenges. A dedicated whiteboard banner allowed students to leave handwritten messages of encouragement, peer support, and academic motivation for one another.

By bringing police officers, campus security, and wellness teams together, the initiative emphasized that seeking help is a sign of strength rather than weakness. Event organizers noted that providing accessible support services remains a key priority to help students navigate the academic stress associated with end-of-year examinations.

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