[…]member to the National Council – the executive body of the organisation. We work across Ireland to represent the views and needs of all students at all levels including to government. We support our member student unions in a range of activities including programmes and campaigns in the areas of education, welfare and equality. Our team of seven full-time and one part-time elected officer are supported to carry out their duties by a small team of six staff. ROLE Purpose of Role The main focus of the role will be: • Preparing and providing training on mental health and suicide […]
[…]and so is now required more than ever. We made additional representations to the Department and to the Minister on the need to support student mental health during this academic year so we are very glad to see that the €3 million announced in July is in addition to the €2 million. “The increase of funds into the student counselling services is vital to tackle the waiting lists that were already there and would only get worse due to the fall-out of the pandemic. The resources being allocated to the Psychological Counsellors in Higher Education in Ireland are much needed and will […]
[…]and so is now required more than ever. We made additional representations to the Department and to the Minister on the need to support student mental health during this academic year so we are very glad to see that the €3 million announced in July is in addition to the €2 million. “The increase of funds into the student counselling services is vital to tackle the waiting lists that were already there and would only get worse due to the fall-out of the pandemic. The resources being allocated to the Psychological Counsellors in Higher Education in Ireland are much needed and will […]
[…]sustainable future for our country, whilst helping to safeguard our environment for generations to come.” It takes just 21 days to develop a habit, and small steps such as ditching unnecessary appliances, commuting smarter, adjusting the heating thermostat by one degree, or even choosing a veggie option at mealtimes can help move towards a greener lifestyle. USI will be bringing the 21 Day Challenge to campuses around Ireland in the coming weeks and will be posting updates across social media. Anyone interested in taking on the 21 Day Challenge should follow @switchoff.ie on Instagram and Snapchat, and @usi.ie on […]
