Mental Health and Wellness
At Sasin, we understand that academic success is closely tied to overall well-being. Our Mental Health and Wellness services are designed to support you throughout your journey at Sasin, ensuring you have the resources you need to thrive both academically and personally.
Sasin Care Project
For students, we’re proud to introduce Sasin Care —a counseling service designed to support students and faculty during their time at Sasin. This service is provided in partnership with the Center of Psychological Wellness, Faculty of Psychology, Chulalongkorn University. Staff services are offered by the complementary service, ChulaCare (see below).Key Features:
- Flexible Options: In-person or online sessions
- Professional Support: Counseling by qualified psychologists
- No Cost: Free for Sasin students and faculty
- Bilingual Service: Available in Thai and English
- Confidential: Your privacy is our priority
How to Access Sasin Care
Students: To schedule a counseling session, register using this link or scan the QR code provided on campus. The program coordinator will contact you within two working days to confirm your appointment. You can also get more information about Chulalongkorn’s services here Mental Health Platform (chula.wellness.in.th).
Staff: To schedule an intake session, services are offered directly through Chulalongkorn’s ChulaCare service. Read more here, or contact ChulaCare at this link or contact [email protected] or 08-2329-8001.
Services are available in English and Thai.
Additional Support
In addition to Sasin Care, we offer:- Stress management workshops
- Mindfulness and meditation sessions
- Peer support groups
- Resources for maintaining work-life balance
IDEALS stands for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access to Learning at Sasin. It’s our comprehensive approach to creating a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for all members of our community.
Policies are handled on a departmental level. Policies are under continual audits for IDEALS consistency and are revised continually. Up-to-date policies are always available in the student, staff, and faculty handbooks. All members of the Sasin community are expected to adhere to the IDEALS ethos.
Policies and programs made possibly by IDEALS are available to all Sasin community members, including students, faculty, and staff.
Yes, we offer various accommodations for students with disabilities. Contact our Accommodations team at [email protected] to discuss your needs.
Sasin is committed to providing our community with equitable treatment. The IDEALS team will be happy to discuss your concerns further and work with you to connect with the right resources. Click here to contact us.
We encourage you to reach out to our Discrimination and Harassment Support team at [email protected]. They can provide guidance and support in addressing the situation.
Moving to a new place can be hard. We have several special initiatives and efforts to help our international students and staff feel at home. These include:
- Chulalongkorn language classes to help with Thai language skills
- Mentor and buddy systems pairing international members with local counterparts
- Community events celebrating diverse cultures
- Orientation programs specific to international arrivals
- Support services for visa and housing arrangements
- Cross-cultural communication workshops
- Regular check-ins and support from our inclusion team
We participate in various community outreach programs, collaborate with local organizations, and offer our space for inclusive events. Check our Community Engagement page for more details or look at the various Inclusion events here.
At Sasin, we view inclusion as a fundamental aspect of excellence in education and business, not a passing trend. Our IDEALS initiative reflects our genuine commitment to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. We believe that diversity of thought and experience leads to innovation and better outcomes for all.
Yes, we have specific resources and support services for our LGBTQI+ community members. We’ve also developed an LGBTQI+ Toolkit in partnership with UNDP to promote inclusive practices. Read our statement for out LGBTQI+ students and staff here.
Yes, the Sasin Inclusive Education Fund provides scholarships to students in need. The fund also supports a variety of other initiatives, including research opportunities, emergency financial aid, educational materials, and innovative programs. Contributions to the fund are eligible for double tax benefits in Thailand. For more information on how to contribute, please visit the Sasin Inclusive Education Fund page.
We welcome your ideas and feedback! Please email us at [email protected] with your suggestions or comments.
We offer a range of events in both English and Thai. Many of our events feature dual translation or dual language facilitators to ensure accessibility for all participants.
Yes, we provide regular cross-cultural awareness training sessions for our staff and faculty. These sessions are designed to promote understanding, foster inclusive practices, and enhance our community’s overall cultural competence.
We work closely with the Neurodiversity at Work Research Center (NWRC) and other partners to promote inclusive hiring practices. Our HR policies are regularly reviewed to ensure they support diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and retention efforts.
Absolutely! We welcome partnerships with external organizations that align with our inclusion goals. Please contact us at [email protected] to discuss potential collaborations.
Sasin’s commitment to IDEALS runs deeper than words. We are excited to engage with stakeholders of all levels on academic and practical issues related to inclusion and diversity at work and in education. If you have an issue you would like to promote, reach out to [email protected] to begin.
Reach out to the IDEALS team with any questions regarding IDEALS, programming, ideas, or concerns.
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