We have chosen to fundraise for the mental health charity Mind as we know this is a subject close to many peoples hearts. Not only dooms people know of someone battling with mental health issues, but also struggles with mental health can be common amongst students at university.

Every year, one in four of us will experience a mental health problem. But hundreds of thousands of people are still struggling.

Mind believe no-one should have to face a mental health problem alone. They’ll listen, give you support and advice, and fight your corner.

When you're experiencing a mental health problem, supportive and reliable information can change your life. That's what Mind do. They empower people to understand their condition and the choices available to them through:

An Infoline which offers callers confidential help for the price of a local call

A Legal Line which provides information on mental health related law to the public, service users, family members/carers, mental health professionals and mental health advocates

An award-winning publications and website, now certified by the Information Standard.