Who we are
The Concordia Students’ Nightline is a student initiative. It is entirely run by Concordia students, and for the student community.
Fundamentally, the mandate of the Concordia Students’ Nightline is to promote and support strong mental health and wellbeing in the community. We do so with the listening service by providing information and referrals, through active listening, and through crisis management.
Information and Referral Service
We are here to answer essentially any question you might have. Whether you need directions to a quiet coffee shop, want to know where to bring a date, you’re wondering about an academic policy, or if you’re cooking dinner and want to up your spaghetti game, we can help you out! We can also offer referrals for any Concordia services (there may be many more than you think! ) , as well as services in the Greater Montreal area. The bottom line is, feel free to ask us for absolutely anything – from directions to the closest pharmacy open at midnight, to the number for a computer repair shop.
Active Listening
We provide active listening. But why? Sometimes our friends give us too much advice, sometimes we feel a little uncomfortable talking to those around us, and sometimes we really just need to talk about something confidentially – without anyone knowing about it. That’s okay, and that’s why we’re here! If school is stressing you out, if you’re feeling a little home-sick, or if you just need to talk to someone, give us a call. We’re here to listen and help you work through whatever you’re feeling.
Crisis Management
All of us are extensively trained in crisis management. Any time you’re feeling overwhelmed, feeling very discouraged about something, or at a loss as to what to do, we are here to listen. Some examples of crisis situations might include a sudden loss in your life, an uncomfortable drug trip, and thoughts of suicide. Please give us a call if you ever experience anything that feels out of your control. We’re here to support you no matter what life might throw your way.
Who can call us?
Anyone! While most of our callers are Concordia students, you definitely don’t have to be to call us (and we wouldn’t really know if you were a student or not anyway – you choose to share what you like with the listener). So if you’d like to have a chat, pick up the phone and give us a call!