MindEd

 Integrating Wellness into Higher Education

The MindEd project aims to enhance mental well-being on university campuses for both students and staff by adopting a “whole university” approach to mental health. It focuses on fostering inclusivity and resilience, integrating mental health education into academic curricula, prioritizing preventive measures, and expanding support beyond traditional pastoral care. By creating a holistic and supportive environment, MindEd seeks to address the diverse mental health needs of university communities.

The project is led by Bordeaux Montaigne University (France) and implemented by a diverse consortium of higher education institutions, research centers, and mental health organizations, including Le LABA, Fundació Institut de Educació Contínua, European E-learning Institute, European Students’ Union, Momentum Marketing Services, Universidade do Minho, and IHLEU Limited.

MindEd is structured around four key work packages: the Wellness Framework, which assesses mental health literacy and well-being competencies in HE; the MindEd Toolkit, offering lecturers resources to support student mental health; an AI-driven Social Prescribing App, which connects students to personalized well-being activities; and a Sharing & Sustainability strategy to maximize the project’s impact and long-term adoption. Through these initiatives, MindEd will equip educators and students with innovative tools and strategies to support mental well-being, ultimately fostering resilience, inclusivity, and academic success across European higher education institutions.