Things to consider
How many students need to be involved initially?
Three student leaders are required to register as a chapter of Active Minds, at least one of whom cannot be graduating within that school year.
What kind of time commitment is required to run a chapter?
Leading an Active Minds chapter is a moderate time commitment that will likely require a few hours each week for planning and meetings, with more time dedicated around large events or initiatives. One of the most important things to focus on in the early stages of starting a chapter is recruiting a dedicated student leadership…
How long does it take to start a chapter?
Once you have the three students and an advisor lined up, the process includes filling out our chapter registration form and going through the process of being officially recognized on campus as a campus organization. Your chapter will be registered within two weeks of submitting your registration form with Active Minds, however the process to…
What if there’s already a group on my campus that shares similar goals as Active Minds?
If there’s already a mental health education and awareness student group at your school, we encourage you to attend a meeting and find out more about their goals and activities. The ideal environment for starting a chapter is one in which multiple mental health student organizations can collaborate and complement each others’ efforts rather than…
Active Minds is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization promoting mental health awareness and education for young adults.