A Co Monaghan student has graduated as advocate for mental health after completing St Patrick's Mental Health Services' Transition Year Programme.
Donnchadh O'Maol Tuile from Coláiste Oiriall in Co Monaghan graduated from St Patrick's Mental Health Services' Transition Year (TY) Programme as a mental health ambassador at a recent ceremony, which celebrated over 100 students who completed the 2025/2026 programme.
The Transition Year Programme from St Patrick's Mental Health Services is coordinated by its Walk in My Shoes campaign, a national initiative focused on promoting positive mental health among young people.
Delivered across five programmes each academic year, with 20 to 25 students participating in each programme, the four-day initiative supports students to build their understanding of mental health; develop practical mental health promotion skills; and explore how they can contribute to creating more open and supportive school and community environments.
Through interactive workshops, discussion and reflective learning, participants are encouraged to think critically about mental health stigma, help-seeking, resilience and the importance of compassionate conversations around mental health.
