London Nightline exists thanks to the universities, student unions and accommodation providers across the capital who contribute, granting their students access to Nightline as an additional mental health service. Affiliates pay 41p per student each year, which supports the running costs of the charity.
"Nightline has been very helpful to me during my periods of depression, and on one occasion has saved my life by successfully discouraging me from suicide. Thank you Nightline."
- Anonymous student
Students don’t have to tell us who they are or which university they are from. This is a reassurance for those who want help but are fearful of what they say getting back to their tutors or impacting their place at university.
Everyone who answers the Nightline is also a student gaining experience in supporting others. Affiliating with Nightline offers your students an excellent volunteering programme with full training, support and opportunities for progression within the organisation.
There are no waiting lists or AI responses – each call and instant message is answered by “Hello, Nightline?” They can be as long or as short as the caller would like. Students do not need to register or be referred by anyone.
Affiliating with London Nightline grants an institution’s students full access to London Nightline – allowing them to call, IM, email or Skype between 6pm and 8am every night of term. They can talk through their thoughts and fears with their peers, fellow students who can often relate to how they are feeling. We offer a non-directive and non-judgemental service, which allows callers to lead the conversation and reach their own conclusions in an accepting and empathetic environment.
Being open at night allows us to compliment other university welfare services, which are generally only available during the day, and support students during the night-time hours when difficulties can feel more challenging. Nightline can also be a valuable source of support to students who spend time carrying out course placements or other activities away from university and those studying from their home with a distance-learning institution, and who therefore have limited access to institution-based welfare services.
There are over 50 colleges, universities and student unions that are currently affiliated to London Nightline. We cover a wide variety of institutions, from very large universities offering many different courses of study, to smaller and more specialist colleges, to individuals based at home. Our ultimate aim is for every student to have access to a Nightline listening service, and we are always eager to generate new affiliations, whether they are based in London or don’t have access to a more local Nightline.
If your institution is interested in becoming an affiliate of London Nightline, for more information or to set up a meeting, please contact our Coordinator at london@nightline.org.uk
London Nightline has been offering a listening ear to students for over 50 years. Our high quality training is now available as a tailored session for university or SU staff, so that every member of the team is fully prepared to support students’ wellbeing with whatever they are going through.
● Using empathy and active listening so you always know what to say.
● Being calm and present when a student is in crisis or discussing suicidal thoughts.
● Managing your own wellbeing when supporting others
If you don’t attend one of these universities, please check with the Nightline Association here to find your local Nightline.
AA4S Affordable Accommodation 4 Students
The Academy of Contemporary Music
Boston University London Program
Union of Brunel Students
Chapter Student Accommodation
The Courtauld Institute of Art Students’ Union
Florida State University in London
Fordham University
Fresh Student Living
Glasgow Caledonian University in London
Goodenough College
Guildhall School of Music and Drama
Imperial College London
Institute of Cancer Research
INTO London World Education Centre
Kingston University
London School of Economics & Political Science
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
Mountbatten Institute
National Film and Television School
New College of the Humanities
New York University in London Program
Newcastle University in London
Notre Dame University in London
Pearson College London
Point Blank Music School
Queen Mary University Students’ Union
Rambert School
Ravensbourne University
Richmond, The American University in London
Royal Academy of Arts
Royal Academy of Dramatic Art
Royal Academy of Music
Royal College of Music
Royal Veterinary College
Sotheby’s Institute of Art
University College London
University College of Estate Management
University College of Osteopathy
University of the Arts
University of Law
University of London Intercollegiate Halls
University of Sunderland in London
