Mental Health Awareness Months, Weeks, & Days

At CAMPUSPEAK, we understand the vital role that mental health programming plays in students’ overall well-being and success.

Numerous studies have shown that ongoing mental health support can lead to a significant reduction in the prevalence of mental health issues among college students.​

By integrating mental health initiatives throughout the year, you create an environment where students feel supported, empowered, and equipped to handle the challenges they face.

That’s why as you prepare for the upcoming academic year, we want to encourage your campus to embrace a year-round approach to mental health programming. Below is a calendar of Mental health-related awareness months, weeks, and days for the upcoming academic year*

CAMPUSPEAK offers a variety of programs and resources designed to foster resilience, reduce stigma, and promote mental wellness on your campus. You can explore our Top Mental Health Speakers Here.


AUGUST

30th National Grief Awareness Day
31st International Overdose Awareness Day

SEPTEMBER

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
10th World Suicide Prevention Day

OCTOBER

23rd – 27th Body Acceptance Week*

NOVEMBER

Movember
18th International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day

DECEMBER

10th Human Rights Day

JANUARY

Mental Wellness Month
15th – 19th No-Name Calling Week*
26th National Fun At Work Day

FEBRUARY

International Boost Self-Esteem Month
National Self-Check Month
5th – 9th National School Counseling Week*
5th – 11th Random Acts of Kindness Week*
6th Safer Internet Day
11th National Make A Friend Day
17th National Random Act of Kindness Day
19th – 23rd National Eating Disorder Awareness Week*

MARCH

Self-Harm Awareness Month
National Nutrition Month
1st Self-injury Awareness Day
1st Zero Discrimination Day
2nd World Teen Mental Wellness Day
11th – 17th Brain Awareness Week*
30th World Bipolar Day

APRIL

National Autism Awareness Month
National Counseling Awareness Month
National Minority Health Month
National Stress Awareness Month
2nd World Autism Awareness Day
7th World Health Day
16th National Stress Awareness Day

MAY

Mental Health Awareness Month
Women’s Health Month
National Teen Self-Esteem Month
9th National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day
12th – 15th National Women’s Health Week*

JUNE

PTSD Awareness Month
Men’s Health Month
7th World Caring Day

JULY 2024

National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

*Dates fluctuate year to year. Please consult your calendar for exact dates.