Unbox yourself!

Last year, the municipality of Utrecht launched the campaign 'Unbox yourself and Unbox someone else'. And with success! On Saturday 5 October, a follow-up of the campaign will start in collaboration with FC Utrecht.

Saturday 5 October, during the match between FC Utrecht and RKC Waalwijk, is the kick-off of the new campaign. At the same time, an online campaign starts via the social media channels of the Municipality of Utrecht and FC Utrecht. On 10 October, Mental Health Day, the municipality organizes a special event for young people in the Galgenwaard stadium.

It's okay to not feel well sometimes

The campaign lets Utrecht youth know that it is normal to feel unwell sometimes and that you can talk about it. With a friend, parent, teacher or sports coach. Talking can (also) help to prevent more serious problems and reduce the demand for professional support.

Tips for making mental health a topic of conversation

At www.utrecht.nl/unboxjezelf , young people and those around them receive tips on how to start a conversation. You will also find information there about easily accessible forms of support available in the city. These are aimed at improving the mental health of young people. On the same page, those close to the young people receive tips on how to interact with a young person during a conversation about their feelings.