Finding Your People: How Volunteering Can Boost Your Mental Health and Create Community at Swansea Uni
By Discovery SVS | Mental Health Awareness Week 2025
Mental Health Awareness Week (12–18 May 2025) is all about community—something that’s become more important than ever in our fast-paced, often isolating world. At Swansea University, with deadlines, exams, and all the pressures of student life, it’s easy to feel like you’re going it alone. But here’s the thing: you don’t have to.
One of the most powerful ways to look after your mental health—and feel truly connected—is to get involved in your local community. And volunteering with Discovery SVS is the perfect place to start.
Volunteering isn’t just about giving your time—it’s about sharing experiences, building friendships, and finding a place where you genuinely belong. As one of our volunteers put it, “Discovery gave me a home away from home.” That sense of belonging? It matters. A lot.
When you volunteer with Discovery, you’re not just ticking a box on your CV—you’re stepping into a vibrant, supportive community of students and local people who are all about making a difference. Whether you’re helping run kids’ activities, supporting international students, or getting involved with projects that support disabled people, you’re not just giving—you’re growing.
One student shared: “Volunteering and being part of Discovery helps my mental health because it gives me opportunities to connect, build my confidence and express my creativity.” Others talked about how it helped them find purpose, explore new places, and meet people from all walks of life. It’s not an exaggeration to say that volunteering changes lives—yours and others.
So, if you’re looking for a way to boost your mental well-being, meet amazing people, and feel part of something bigger—Discovery is your community. It’s a place where your voice is heard, your skills are valued, and you can grow into the person you want to be.
Ready to find your people and feel good while doing good?
👉 Join the Discovery community and start volunteering today.
https://volunteering.discoverysvs.org/