Registrations will close at the end of Week 3.
AimThis program allows students to meet new people and talk in a safe environment.BenefitsThis program betters the student experience by:
Connecting students to students
Providing an activity with mental health benefits
Providing a fun outlet to both leaders and participants
Providing an excuse for students to socialise
Providing leadership opportunities to volunteers
Service RequirementsBoth the participant and the facilitator require the following:
A computer with a camera and audio abilities
Internet Access
Zoom software has been downloaded and an account has been made
Session DatesWeek 1 - Week 4
Note: The end date is determined by the facilitator.
Semester One sessions will be running at the following times:
Chat Group 1:
Thursdays 2pm-3pm
Location: CL_Anc-19.LTB_G53 FF-Col (30)
Chat Group 2:
Fridays 2.30pm-3.30pm
Location: CL_Chn-21.CampusCtr_BanquetCentre Venues (130)
All sessions are hosted by Student Leaders who have completed Mental Health First Aid and/or have completed Changing Minds Online Training and Monash Stress Management online training.
RulesThe following rules are listed in the registration form and must be complied by all facilitators and student participants.
Be currently enrolled at Monash University, Clayton Campus.
Be a friendly person
Have an understanding of the diversity of the student experience at Monash University
Be encouraging and supportive of all students
Be an eager participant
Be respectful to all Monash students and staff members
Participants will understand that they joined in for the full session
There is an understanding that there is no obligation from participants and that silence is acceptable
If a student requires or desires a one-on-one conversation
The session is designed to be a group session, but if someone truly needs to talk privately, one of the facilitators may choose to use the zoom breakout room option, or alternatively a separate session at a later date. If the later is chosen, there may be 2 facilitators joining the session.
Are these sessions recorded?
Yes, all sessions are recorded, including private sessions, for risk management purposes.
These recording are not viewed unless an issue or complaint is reported.
Prefer not to speak?
Students are not obligated to speak during the session, they can watch and listen.
Missed a session?
Not to worry, these things happen.
If its the first time you have missed a session, a facilitator may email you and remind you of an upcoming session.
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msa.monash.edu/volunteer