R U OK? Connect and Care
How can you effectively communicate that you’re here to hear to the people you care about?
R U OK? Week is an event dedicated to raising awareness and promoting mental health and well-being conversations. It serves as a reminder to check in on the people around us and ask the simple yet powerful question, “R U OK?”. The initiative aims to foster a supportive and compassionate community where individuals feel comfortable seeking help and support when needed.
When we genuinely listen with an open mind, it can make a profound difference in helping individuals feel connected and supported. To promote awareness about recognizing when someone might be facing difficulties and how we can extend support to one another, R U OK? has developed four simple steps for initiating a conversation that could change a life.
- Ask R U OK?
- Listen
- Encourage action
- Check in
Establishing trust and actively listening in a secure and confidential setting are crucial elements when engaging in a meaningful “R U OK?” conversation. Additionally, selecting the right time and place to discuss someone’s emotions and life circumstances can significantly contribute to the effectiveness of the conversation.
- During breaks from work or study;
- When engaged in a shared activity side-by-side;
- When connecting or participating in activities together online;
- During social gatherings or outings;
- While sharing a meal;
In recognition of R U OK? Week, Swinburne Vietnam Alliance Program has been organised activities in campuses, with plenty of activities to enjoy while meaningfully connecting with your fellow students and staff.
Hanoi Campus
| Activity | Location | Date and Time |
| Mood Board – “How do you feel?” Reflect on your emotions throughout and stick the emoji on the mood board. | 2 Duong Khue & 80 Duy Tan | 23 – 27 October |
| Box of Emotions: Sweets for the Soul Select a sweet from one of the three boxes, namely sadness, neutral, and happiness to represent emotions. | 2 Duong Khue & 80 Duy Tan | 23 – 27 October |
| Problem-Suggestion Box Write down your own issues and put them into the blind box. | 2 Duong Khue & 80 Duy Tan | 24 – 27 October |
| Movie Night Watch and discuss the movie together. Free popcorn and soft – drinks are provided. | Community Room, Level 2, 2 Duong Khue | 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm 24 October |
| Colorful Expression Runway Wear colorful clothing that represents a range of different feelings. | 2 Duong Khue & 80 Duy Tan | 25 October |
| Comfort Items Bring familiar items that provide a sense of safety. | 2 Duong Khue & 80 Duy Tan | 25 October |
| Motivational Quotations Take a random short motivational quote. | 2 Duong Khue & 80 Duy Tan | 26 October |
| Sweet Expressions: Cupcake Decoration Decorate your own cupcake. | Recreation Room, Level 7, 2 Duong Khue | 10:00 am – 12: 00 pm 26 October |
| Emotion Photo Booth Take a photo to express your feelings. | 2 Duong Khue | 27 October |
| Friday Night Join a music show hosted by Soundwave Club and StudentHQ. | Community Room, Level 2, 2 Duong Khue | 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm 27 October |
To register this event in Hanoi Campus, please fill in this form.
Ho Chi Minh Campus
| Activity | Location | Date and Time |
| Workshop: “Healthy Meal – Healthy Mind” Provide information on the correlation between diet and mental well-being. | A35 Bach Dang, Tan Binh Ward | 2:00 – 5:00 pm 12 September |
| Talkshow: “It’s Wellbeing Time – Embracing Change” Share the ways to cope with challenges from freshmen and senior students. | A35 Bach Dang, Tan Binh Ward | 2:30 – 4:00 pm 13 September |
| Movie Night: Friday Fun Watch and discuss the movie together. | A35 Bach Dang, Tan Binh Ward | 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm 15 September |
More R U OK? Resources
Support is available
If you ask someone, or even yourself, R U OK? and the answer is ‘No’, support is available. Students can book a counselling session via the Student Portal or Picktime app.
Address
- Hanoi: R U OK? Hub, Level 3, No. 2 Duong Khue, Cau Giay District.
- Da Nang: Well-being Room, Level 1, 2A Road 2 September 9, Hai Chau District.
- HCMC: StudentHQ, Level 2, A35 Bach Dang, Tan Binh District.
