Heart & Art: Connecting Through Creativity for Mental Health

Background Important note: When you submit the videos, please add two versions of the same video - 1 Video with any subtitles and music and 1 video without music and/or subtitles.

🗓️ Date: Thursday 15th May 2025

⏰ Time: 1:00 – 2:30 PM

📍 Location: The Common Room

Format: Video

Length of video: 30-60 seconds

Platform: TikTok & Instagram Reels Dimensions: 1080x1920 - Vertical video + When adding images, make sure they are in vertical format.

Headline: Craft, Connect & Care – Mental Health Awareness at ARU London 💚🎨

Content:

Film a short video at the Intergenerational Craft & Connect Workshop during Mental Health Awareness Week. Capture moments of creativity, connection, and community—whether it’s crafting, chatting with someone new, or simply soaking up the atmosphere. Talk briefly to the camera (or use captions) about what the event means to you and why mental health awareness matters.

Key Messaging (Ideas to include):

• Highlights of the event: crafting, conversations, and community

• How being creative supports your mental well-being

• The importance of connecting across generations

• One takeaway or moment that inspired you

Goals:

To raise awareness about mental health in a positive, inclusive way and to show how ARU London fosters creativity, connection, and community well-being.

Alternative Video Ideas:

1. 🎥 “Mental Health Matters – My Day at ARU London’s Craft & Connect” – A reflective, voice-over style vlog.

   
   

2. 🎨 “Mindful Making at Uni” – Focus on the calming, creative side of the workshop.

   
   

3. 🤝 “What Connection Means to Me” – Interview-style clips with students or guests.

   
   

4. 💬 “1 Thing I Learned About Mental Health Today…” – Keep it short and powerful.

Please ensure your video is original, respects the privacy of others, and adheres to all applicable platform guidelines and university policies.