“ I’m so pleased that U-M was one of the first U.S. schools to adopt the Okanagan Charter, which commits us to promoting the health and well-being of each person across our three campuses. ”
Common Agenda
The Well-being Collective Common Agenda is our vision for policy and system transformation at the University of Michigan.
![Four students collaborating at a table.](https://wellbeing.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/laptops.png)
Accomplishments
Learn about the accomplishments of the Well-being Collective in service to our people, places, and the planet. Check this section often, as accomplishments are occurring on a regular basis.
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Recommendations
Review the recommendations to change or strengthen policies or systems at the University of Michigan. These recommendations are guided by the Well-being Common Agenda.
![Smiling students on the Diag holding a "free hugs" sign.](https://wellbeing.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/hugs.png)
JED Campus
Michigan became a JED Campus in 2023. The work of JED work shifts the culture and conversation around mental health by focusing on two components to change and save lives:
1. Strengthening the emotional health of teens and young adults so they can thrive today…and tomorrow.
2. Preventing substance misuse, self-harm, and suicide as a result of emotional distress.
![Students walking with arms raised on the Diag, located on central campus, Ann Arbor, MI](https://wellbeing.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Frame-5.png)