Joe Tobin

Running for Wellbeing Officer

I am currently the chairperson of magnet UK an early careers professional, social and wellbeing network. Providing development opportunities nationwide within Tata steel. I aim to bring these skills to the role of well being officer.  

Mental Health - A universal human right. 

Breaking the Stigma 

For those that don't know I have competed at a high level in amateur boxing since 14. Fighters are expected to be the “tough guys” of the sporting world, unaffected, unstirred, unmoved by any emotional or psychological troubles that may attempt to counter their perceived strengths. 

This is the reason why 'break the stigma' is so prominent to me as i have had firsthand experience with this and for years I masked it to not look 'weak' to my peers and my opponents. 

Awareness and Prevention 

Research from Mind - has shown that one in four of us will struggle with mental health issues each year, with suicide remaining to be the biggest killer of men under 45 in the UK.  

I present a manifesto that aims to break stigmas, foster inclusivity, and prioritise the wellbeing of each and every student. 

Mental Health First Aid Training 

I am mental health first aider trained, through