The coronavirus isn't just a risk to our physical health. It also affects people's mental and emotional well-being. Are you not doing well yourself? Or are you worried about someone else? Reach out. There are web platforms and organisations providing help if you need it - whether it's with money problems, loneliness or simply because life is tough at the moment.

You can find contact details for various organisations on the image above. If you are unsure which of these organisations to call/contact or if you'd rather speak to someone from ESN Basel, feel free to reach out via Instagram/Facebook DM's and WhatsApp. We will treat these conversations as strictly confidential.

Andreas from KUG, who is a pastor, also offered his counselling services to help students. You can either talk to him via e-mail, phone, video call or even physical meetings are possible. He offers counselling in German, English, French and Italian. You can reach Andreas via e-mail: andreas.schalbetter@unibas.ch

Stay safe and please talk to someone if you're feeling down.

 

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