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Social Connect

Feeling alone? Struggling to meet people? Our Student Social Connectors are here to help.
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As trained fellow students, Connectors understand what you're going through.


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How can a Connector help?

Your Student Social Connector can provide support and guidance to help you:

  • Reduce loneliness and isolation
  • Build positive relationships
  • Feel more connected to your community
  • Feel more in control of your life

What's involved?

You'll work with your Connector to:

Find new experiences

Discover new hobbies, societies, or volunteering opportunities that align with your interests.

Try something new

Join a Connector in a new activity to meet people and boost your mood.

Gain confidence

Develop independence skills and meet new people.

Create a plan

Create a plan with your Connector based on your interests and priorities. With regular check-ins with your Connector afterwards, they will ensure you are happy and feel able to engage.


Is this service right for me?

Social Connect isn't for everyone, or perhaps now is just not the right time. This service is for students who are willing to engage in self-care and self-help activities and want to make positive changes to their lives.

To see if Social Connect is right for you, please complete the following form. It will ask you some questions about your wellbeing and help us work out how best to help you.

Sign up to Student Social Connect

Please note: The connectors are not trained mental health professionals; they are students who want to help others connect to their community and improve their wellbeing. This scheme is not a crisis service either; if you are in crisis, please access urgent support.