GlobalCampus Summit
On March 21 and 22, 2025, the GlobalCAMPUS Summit brought together students, faculty, and staff in Vancouver, Canada, to strengthen international collaboration in postsecondary student mental health research. Hosted by Prof. Kristin Cleverley and collaborators from the University of British Columbia, King’s College London and the University of Toronto Mississauga and Scarborough, the event built on the momentum from previous Inlight-supported initiatives, including the 2023 Postsecondary Student Mental Health Summer Research Institute.
Over the two days, attendees participated in networking sessions, brief presentations from collaborators, and focused small group discussions. Key outcomes included the formation of a Canadian-led Community of Practice (CoP) in partnership with global collaborators, and the development of Special Interest Groups (SIGs) to support focused, interdisciplinary research across diverse areas of postsecondary student well-being.
This event was made possible through funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) and with the support of Inlight.
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Day One
Relationship Building and Connection
Over dinner hosted at Palate Kitchen in the heart of downtown Vancouver, attendees had the opportunity to connect informally, build community, and set the stage for meaningful collaboration throughout the summit.
Day Two
Setting Priorities, Building Momentum, and
Clarifying Next Steps
The second day, hosted on the University of British Columbia campus, focused on shaping the future Community of Practice (CoP). Participants engaged in interactive workshops designed to harness the group’s collective expertise and energy to set priorities, build momentum, and clarify next steps. A closing discussion brought the group together to reflect and commit to ongoing engagement.
Key Themes Across Discussions
Relational & Integrated Approaches to Mental Health
Student well-being is deeply influenced by relationships across the campus ecosystem, emphasizing the need for more integrated, collaborative support structures.
Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusive Language
A commitment to equity, diversity, and accessibility must be foundational — including the use of inclusive language that reflects the full range of people working in this space.
Global Visibility & Strategic Communication
Raising the profile of the international collaboration through intentional marketing and engagement strategies can drive participation and momentum.
Infrastructure for Connection & Collaboration
An organized, consistent space for regular communication and relationship-building is essential for sustaining the CoP.
Action-Oriented & Context-Aware Research
The CoP should prioritize research that is practical, responsive to diverse institutional contexts, and designed for real-world impact.
Funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada.