On October 10th, in celebration of Mental Health Awareness Day, Undeb Aber (the Students’ Union) hosted a vibrant and impactful Wellbeing & Volunteering Fair.
On October 10th, in celebration of Mental Health Awareness Day, Undeb Aber (the Students’ Union) hosted a vibrant and impactful Wellbeing & Volunteering Fair. The event, which ran from 10:00am to 4:00pm, brought together a diverse array of wellbeing organisations, volunteering projects, and support networks, all dedicated to enhancing the student experience at Aberystwyth University.
The fair was a fantastic opportunity for students to explore the various resources and opportunities available to them. Attendees had the chance to engage with representatives from numerous organisations, each offering unique ways to get involved, support mental health, and contribute to the community.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the organisations that participated in the fair. Your presence and contributions were invaluable in making this event a success. For those who were unable to attend, here is a list of the organisations that were present:
Local/National Organisations
• Youth Health Team – Hywel Dda
• Healthcare education
• Girlguiding Ystwyth District
• Aberystwyth Parkrun
• DASH Ceredigion
• West Wales Domestic Abuse Service (WWDAS)
• Age Cymru
• Wales Air Ambulance
• Borth Community Hub
• Myf Cymru
• Chwaraeon yr Urdd Ceredigion
• The Joyful Life Guide
• Advice Mid Wales
• St Pauls Methodist Centre |
• Ceredigion Archives
• Smoking Cessation / Smoking & Wellbeing – Hywel Dda
• Aber WW2 Allotment Garden
• Mind Aberystwyth
• AU TrACE
• Adferaid, Ceredigion Sanctuary
• Credu
• Holy Trinity Church
• HAHAV
• Hikinx Theatre
• Old Colege Project
• DDAS
• Over the Falls Podcast
• DPJ Foundation |
Student Groups
• SSAGO
• Conservation Volunteers (ACV)
• St Johns Ambulance
• Nightline
This event was not just about networking; it was about building connections, growing skills, and discovering new passions. Whether you are looking to volunteer, seek support, or simply learn more about what’s available, the Wellbeing & Volunteering Fair showcased the wealth of opportunities that Aberystwyth has to offer.
We encourage all students to take advantage of these resources and get involved. Stay tuned for more events and opportunities to engage with these fantastic organisations throughout the year! You can find out about all that is on offer via our Volunteering Section here and should you ever need advice on what support is available contact our Advice Service here.