This year’s campaign runs from 4-8 November

The theme is: #DoOneThing. The campaign aims to end the stigma associated with talking about money, instead encouraging people to have conversations with friends, family and peers about their finances, and to reach out for support.

Most of us worry about money and making ends meet. Student loans have not kept pace with inflation; rents have increased and the weekly food shop has become more expensive. This Talk Money Week why not #DoOneThing:

#DoOneThing – spin the money wheel in Advice and Counselling reception

For some people, it’s not only hard to speak openly about money problems, but even thinking about them can feel difficult. Every day during Money Week there’ll be a small money wheel sitting on the Advice and Counselling reception counter. Why not pop in, help yourself to some snacks, and give it a spin, see where it lands and take a moment to focus on your money. Just allowing yourself to acknowledge where you are with your finances can often be beneficial and the first step towards dealing with any financial problems. You can also book a 1:1 confidential appointment with a Welfare Adviser at the same time.

#DoOneThing – tell a friend or family member

It can be as little as mentioning to a course friend or family member that financially things are tough for you right now. It’s not necessary to go into detail. You might be surprised to learn that person is having similar issues or is able to suggest options for resolving them.

#DoOneThing – book a confidential 1:1 appointment with a Welfare Adviser

Welfare Advisers can help you with student finance, budgeting, applying for hardship funding and accessing specialist debt advice. To book an appointment, simply complete our online contact form. If you prefer, take a look at the Planning and managing your money section of our website where you’ll find all the information you need in one handy place.

It won’t surprise you to learn that money and mental health issues often impact each other. If you’re feeling stressed by money worries, take a look at our helpful online guidance which include a blog and resources you can access.

We offer confidential money advice to all Queen Mary students. You can find all our money guidance on our website. It’s easy to contact a Welfare Adviser: simply complete our contact form and we can schedule an appointment at a date and time to suit you.