Say It Brave on Campus
Throughout the year, during multiple mental health observances, Say It Brave on Campus hosts free virtual events to tackle the realities and uncertainties of student mental health. We have brave, unforgettable conversations with experts, advocates and leading nonprofit organizations combatting mental health stigma. Our team empowers campuses to host Watch Parties, creating on-campus awareness and education at no cost, in just four simple steps:
- Register for an upcoming virtual event or access a past event recording
- Download your Event and Resource Kit
- Find a space on campus
- Invite students
Some of the observances we acknowledge and celebrate with students include:
- Eating Disorders Awareness Week
- Love Your Body Day
- Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
- Mental Health Awareness Month
Connect with Say It Brave on Campus to see how your school can host a Watch Party and spread mental health awareness.
Past Say It Brave on Campus Series Events
October 26, 2023
The Hidden Struggle: A World Mental Health Day Discussion
September 21, 2023
Alone in a Crowd: Exploring Loneliness and Its Impact on Student Wellbeing
1.0 CE Hours
February 27, 2023
Smash TALK: Not One More
October 21, 2022
Smash TALK - Smashing Diet Culture on Love Your Body Day
How to Get Involved
Campus counseling centers, athletic departments, student groups, resident advisors and more host Watch Parties by gathering a group to watch and discuss a Say It Brave on Campus event.
Fill out our form to receive our free Say It Brave on Campus Event and Resource Kit, which includes:
- Step-by-Step Instructions for Hosting a Watch Party
- Post-Event Panel Discussion Guides
- Mental Health Awareness Activities
- Mental Health Awareness Resources
Register for your Say It Brave on Campus Event and Resource Kit
Say it Brave on Campus
Say It Brave on Campus Watch Parties
Thank you to the many campuses hosting Say It Brave Watch Parties across the country! Together, we can end mental health stigma.
- Gardner-Webb University
- Methodist University
- University of Richmond
- Ashland University
- Lander University
- Westfield State University
- Montreat College
- Catholic University of America
- Manhattan College
- King's College
- Wagner College
- Saint Mary’s College of Notre Dame
- Geneva College
- Linfield University
- Catholic University
- Ohio University
- Young Harris College
- Canisius College
- Northwood University
- Old Dominion University
- Penn State University
- Rensselaer College
- University of Tampa
- Hofstra University
- Loyola University
"Say It Brave On Campus was a life-changing event. I believe every collegiate student-athlete, coach, administrator, parent, and friend should attend this presentation in the future."
Carly Ellman, LCSW
"The Say It Brave event was an incredibly powerful experience. I learned that our struggles are not something to push to the side until it's too late. We have to work to destigmatize mental health, showing ourselves the same compassion we have for others."
Lindsay R., Student Athlete
Nonprofit Partners
We partner with many local and national nonprofits to ensure our programming is inclusive and supportive.
* If you are struggling with a mental health crisis, please call the 988 Suicide and Crisis Support Lifeline or text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor from Crisis Text Line.
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