R U OK?
By taking the time for an R U OK? conversation and genuinely listening with an open mind, we can all help the people in our world feel supported and connected.
A lot can happen in a year, a month, a week. Whether it's your friend, family member, colleague, partner or teammate, the people you care about go through life's ups and downs every day. Ask R U OK? Any Day, because life happens every day.
R U OK? Day 2025 is Thursday 11 September. R U OK? Day is our national day of action, reminding Australians that every day is the day to ask, "are you OK?" and start a meaningful conversation whenever they spot the signs that someone they care about might be struggling.
This year, Griffith encourages all teams to host their own R U OK? Day event to spread the word, start the conversation and make connections.
It might be face to face, hybrid or virtual, it's completely up to you and your team.
Share photos of your team event and enter the draw to win coffees for your whole team! The team with the most creative and impactful event will win a $200 voucher to the campus coffee spot of their choice.
R U OK? Resources
Want to have an R U OK? conversation but aren't sure where to start? We have created a practical guide to help you make meaningful connections and start important conversations.
R U OK? practical guide for staff
Check out the schedule below to see what events Griffith will be holding this R U OK? Day! Events will be held both virtually and on campus, so everyone can get involved!
If you would also like to host your own R U OK? Day event, download our R U OK? Day bundle to present to your team!
Asking - R U OK? At Work
Watch this informative video (2 minutes) for tips on how to ask R U OK? at work!
Flourish Magazine - R U OK? Edition - Converge International
Check out Converge Internationals September edition of Flourish Magazine, with a focus on R U OK? Day
Flourish Health & Wellbeing eMag - Sept25 - Flipbook
THRIVE
Where wellbeing converges - focus on women's wellbeing. Great articles and information on these channels YouTube or Spotify
Learn more about all the supports and programs you can tap into and engage with to improve your wellbeing by accessing the CONVERGE International App (App code GRIFFUNI)
What else can you do on the day?
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Check in with yourself-RUOK?
The most important question you can ask yourself ever day is "am I ok?" To be able to support the people around you, it is vital that you are okay and have the capacity to be there meaningfully for others.
Here are some great resources and tips for how to check in with yourself and look after your own wellbeing first.
Checking in on your Mental Health
7 Health Tips to help you manage stress
Check in with someone around you
R U OK? Day is all about asking a question, starting a conversation and making sure others know that someone is there to listen.
Checking in with people around you doesn't have to be complicated—it's as easy as four simple steps.
The 4 Steps of an R U OK? Conversation
If you want more information or guidance on how to and why we ask the question, check out these resources!
How to Ask R U OK? At Work Guide
How to help when you're worried about somone's mental health
LGBTIQ R U OK? Conversation Guide
What to do if you or someone else isn't OK
If you or someone else around you isn't OK and needs additional support, a wide range of services are availabile.
If you or another person is in immediate danger call 000 immediately.
Griffith University's EAP provider is Converge International. All staff and their immediate family members have access to all Converge International services, more information can be found via the Staff Counselling page, linked below.
For further assistance and information on additional support, see the below.
Supporting someone in emotional distress
Helpful Mental Health Resources
Contact us
Health, Safety and Wellbeing General Enquiries
Health, Safety and Wellbeing are the first point of contact for university staff for all general health and safety enquiries including those related to training, first aid, risk management, wellbeing, and injury and disability support.
