Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework

Our Values

Our Values

Throughout its history, Canterbury Christ Church University has been recognised for its friendly and supportive environment that fosters a sense of belonging and community. As a University we value:

• the development of the whole person, respecting and nurturing the inherent dignity and potential of each individual;
• the integration of excellent teaching, research and knowledge exchange;
• the power of higher education to enrich lives, communities and nations;
• our friendly, inclusive and professional community of students and staff, preparing individuals to contribute to a just and sustainable future.

Our Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework

Building on our values, Canterbury Christ Church University and the Christ Church Students’ Union have made the mental health of students and staff a strategic priority.

Taking a whole University approach, we have developed with students and staff, an aspirational Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework.

Our ambition is to develop a holistic approach to mental health, which enable all students and staff to thrive and realise their potential in a mentally healthy environment.

The Framework covers four interrelated and interacting elements, based on Universities UK's #Stepchange Approach – Community, Learning environment, Living environment and Support, providing a structure on which we, as a community and individuals, can build upon.