Leeds students invited to drug and alcohol awareness week

A programme of alcohol-free activities and a student survey will run from 16 to 20 November.

Leeds University Union is holding a week of events focused on drug and alcohol awareness, open discussion and safer choices. The programme includes information stalls, creative activities and social events that do not centre on drinking alcohol.

The union’s schedule lists activities from 16 to 20 November. No year is specified in the information provided. Events include a Mario Kart time-trial challenge, a screening of the film Another Round, a mocktail-making masterclass and workshops in painting, journal decoration and bracelet making.

Events throughout the week

• 16 November: Awareness and engagement stalls in Union Square, 10.30am to 3.30pm; a Mario Kart time-trial challenge at Crossroads, 11am to 3pm; and a screening of Another Round at Pyramid Theatre, 8pm to 10pm.
• 17 November: Sip and Paint, with hot chocolate, in the Terrace Tent, noon to 3pm; and a mocktail-making masterclass, listed as a ResLife event, from 1pm to 3pm.
• 18 November: Journal decorating at Room 2, Crossroads, noon to 2pm.
• 19 November: Crossroads will be open until late, with a DJ, from 5pm to 10pm.
• 20 November: A bracelet-making workshop at Crossroads, noon to 2pm.

The programme also invites students to submit a photograph showing their “best night in”. The union says entrants will have the chance to win Hyde Park Picture House vouchers; the number and value of the vouchers are not stated.

Survey seeks students’ views

A short, confidential survey is being conducted by the union, the university and SOS-UK to gather students’ views and experiences relating to alcohol and drugs. Students do not need to drink alcohol or use drugs to participate. The survey offers the chance to win a £100 top prize or one of five £50 runner-up prizes.

The week’s stated purpose is to encourage conversation and increase awareness of drug and alcohol use. Its activities provide opportunities for students to take part in the discussion, whether or not they choose to engage with the survey or attend events.