Colleges across England teach and train 2.2 million people each year – including 685,000 young people. Every year, 1 in 10 young people experience a mental health problem and 1 in 5 young people aged 16-24 experience a common mental illness such as anxiety or depression at any one time. Add to these facts, 75% of adults with a diagnosable mental health problem experience their first symptoms before the age of 24 means this commitment plays a vital role in supporting the mental health and wellbeing of its 1,000s of students and staff.
Dr Jo Baxter Director at The Bedford College Group said: “We have a Wellbeing strategy group to encompass mental health awareness across our organisation and are using the AoC Mental Health Charter to set actions and priorities.”
