SDG 3
Good Health and Well-being
Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna (RMUTL) | Sustainability Report 2025
SDG 3 Highlights 2025
In 2025, Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna (RMUTL) strengthened its commitment to promoting good health and well-being through mental health services, preventive health care, physical fitness programs, and student health protection. Working with public health agencies, hospitals, and educational partners, the university expanded opportunities for students and staff to access health information, develop healthy behaviors, and receive appropriate support.
Strengthening Mental Health Awareness and Support. RMUTL promoted mental health awareness, psychological well-being, and stress management through activities for students and staff. The “Psychology on the Move: POWER UP” program at RMUTL Tak provided mental health screening and resilience-building activities for more than 800 incoming students in June 2025. The university also collaborated with Chiang Mai Rajabhat University and Mental Health Center 1 to provide stress management and psychological self-care training. These initiatives helped strengthen mental health awareness and expand access to early support.
Promoting Preventive Health Care and Disease Prevention. RMUTL worked with local health care providers to improve access to preventive services. In February 2025, the university organized an HPV vaccination campaign for eligible female students in collaboration with Ban Chet Yot Sub-district Health Promoting Hospital and local public health volunteers. The initiative improved access to vaccination and supported efforts to prevent HPV-related diseases, including cervical cancer.
Encouraging Healthy Lifestyles and Physical Activity. RMUTL organized health promotion programs to encourage regular exercise, balanced nutrition, and personal health management. Activities included health assessments, body composition and fitness measurements, healthy meal planning workshops, and a staff walking and running challenge. The “Healthy Body, Happy Mind” program in September 2025 brought together approximately 130 students and staff for mental health training and practical physical well-being activities.
Improving Access to Health Protection and Financial Security. RMUTL maintained group accident insurance for students during the 2025 academic year, providing medical expense coverage of up to THB 25,000 per incident, THB 250,000 for accidental death, and THB 50,000 for death from general illness, subject to policy conditions. This insurance helps reduce the financial burden associated with unexpected health-related events and provides additional protection for students and their families.
Strengthening Partnerships for Community Health and Well-Being. RMUTL collaborated with regional mental health centers, hospitals, public health agencies, and educational institutions to deliver health promotion activities and specialized support. These partnerships strengthened the university’s capacity to address physical and mental health needs, promote health awareness, and extend services across its regional campuses.
Together, these initiatives demonstrate RMUTL’s continued efforts to create a healthier and more supportive university environment. By integrating preventive health care, mental health support, physical activity, and institutional partnerships, RMUTL contributes to improving quality of life and promoting sustainable health and well-being among students, staff, and surrounding communities.
Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna (RMUTL) is committed to Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being, which aims to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages. RMUTL carries out this commitment through regular, ongoing programs that support the physical and mental health of its students and staff. These include mental health support, student accident insurance, health screening and vaccination, fitness promotion, and sports activities. The programs run across the university’s regional campuses and with local health partners.
Mental Health Support for Students and Staff
Group Activity: Self-Understanding and Future Pathway Planning
RMUTL organized a four-session group activity, held on 7, 14, 21 and 28 January 2026. It offered a safe space for talking, listening and reflecting, open to anyone who wanted to understand themselves better, without needing prior skills or preparation. Places were limited; participants registered online and joined a LINE Open Chat group for information and reminders. Participants gained a judgement-free setting to talk and be heard, and everyone received a small token of appreciation.
RMUTL organized a four-session group activity
Psychology on the Move: POWER UP at RMUTL Tak
On 20 June 2025, the Student Development Division, together with Mental Health Center 2, Phitsanulok, ran the “Psychology on the Move: POWER UP” program during new-student orientation at RMUTL Tak. The program offered mental health screening and resilience-building activities and reached more than 800 incoming students. It brought mental health support to students on a regional campus at the start of their university life and gave new students an early opportunity to check their own mental well-being.
Joint Stress-Management Workshop with Chiang Mai Rajabhat University
On 15 August 2025, RMUTL Chiang Mai partnered with Chiang Mai Rajabhat University and Mental Health Center 1, Chiang Mai, to hold a joint workshop on stress management and psychological self-care for staff and students of both institutions. Participants learned practical self-care approaches, and the partnership extended mental health support across institutions.
Training for Lecturers and Staff in Student Care and Counseling Skills
On 24 March 2026, the Student Development Division held the workshop “Strengthening Student Care Skills for Lecturers and Staff” at the Learning Innovation Center, Chiang Mai. A senior psychologist from Suan Prung Hospital, Chiang Mai, lectured on adolescent mental health problems and referral, and taught counselling skills built around creating a safe space for conversation. Participants practised through role-play based on case studies, with support from Mental Health Center 1, Chiang Mai. The session ran on site and was streamed live on the “ดูแลสุขภาพใจ มทร.ล้านนา” Facebook page. Lecturers and staff gained skills to recognise students who need support, listen to them and refer them to specialist care, strengthening the support network around students.
Sexual and Reproductive Health:
HPV Vaccination Campaign
On 19 February 2025, RMUTL Chiang Mai hosted an HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccination campaign at the General Education Building for female students aged 11–20, as part of the national “1 Million Doses in 100 Days” initiative. It was delivered with Ban Chet Yot Sub-district Health Promoting Hospital (Chang Phueak Sub-district, Chiang Mai) and village public health volunteers. Students received vaccination on campus, helping protect them against HPV infection, a major cause of cervical cancer.
Health Promotion, Fitness and Sport
Behavior-Change Program for a Healthy, Waist-Conscious Lifestyle
On 31 January 2025, the Health Promotion Unit, Student Development Division, held the “Behavior Change for a Healthy, Waist-Conscious Lifestyle” project at the Learning Innovation Center, RMUTL Chiang Mai, for students and staff. It combined basic health assessments such as body composition, physical fitness and waist measurement; a lecture on health and lifestyle medicine, and a practical group workshop on planning healthy menus. Participants learned their own health status, gained knowledge and practical guidance on adjusting their health behavior, and were encouraged to lead healthier lifestyles for lasting health.
Staff Walk–Run Fitness Challenge
From 1 to 20 May 2025, the Health Promotion Unit ran the “Exercise for Health” project for university staff: a challenge to accumulate 20 kilometers of walking or running within 20 days. Staff submitted their results and received an event T-shirt. The challenge encouraged staff to exercise regularly in daily life, with the aim of better health and fitness.
“Healthy Body, Happy Mind” Program
On 2 September 2025, the Student Development Division held the “Physical Health Development, Mental Health Care” project at the Thong Kwao Conference Room, RMUTL Chiang Mai, with about 130 students and staff participating. The morning session was mental health training, “Recharging Energy, Reigniting Passion for Work and Life”, led by Mental Health Center 1, Chiang Mai. The afternoon session was a practical therapeutic-massage workshop led by Thai traditional medicine practitioners from Nakornping Hospital. Participants gained ways to restore energy and manage their well-being, as well as hands-on massage skills for physical health.
Rajamangala Games: Sport as a Platform for Health and Unity
On 7 January 2026, RMUTL’s delegation, led by the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Student Affairs and joined by Student Development Division staff and student council and organization leaders, took part in the press conference and team draw for the 40th Rajamangala University of Technology Games “Phra Nakhon Games”, held at Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon, Bangkok. The games ran from 9 to 15 February 2026 across the Rajamangala universities. Sport at this level gives students and staff a way to stay active, build relationships and teamwork, and develop their skills and sporting spirit.
Access to Health Care: Student Accident Insurance
On 15 May 2025, RMUTL announced the results of its student group accident insurance tender for the 2025 academic year, covering 1 June 2025 – 31 May 2026. Coverage includes medical expenses of up to THB 25,000 per incident, THB 250,000 in case of accidental death, and THB 50,000 in case of death from general illness. Students can check affiliated hospitals through a QR code or the Muang Thai Friends mobile application. The insurance protects students from the cost of medical treatment after an accident and gives them and their families financial security.
Moving Forward
Building a Healthier and More Supportive University Community
RMUTL aims to strengthen its integrated approach to health and well-being by expanding preventive health care, mental health support, physical activity programs, and access to essential health services. The university will focus on creating a supportive environment that promotes healthy lifestyles, encourages early intervention, and improves the long-term well-being of students, staff, and surrounding communities.
1. Strengthening Mental Health Support and Early Intervention. RMUTL will continue developing mental health awareness, screening, counseling, and referral mechanisms to identify and support students and staff experiencing psychological difficulties. Greater emphasis will be placed on equipping lecturers and support staff with practical skills to recognize mental health concerns and connect individuals with appropriate professional services.
2. Expanding Preventive Health Care and Health Literacy. The university will strengthen collaboration with hospitals and public health agencies to improve access to health screening, vaccination, and preventive health education. Health promotion activities will encourage informed decision-making, early disease prevention, and greater personal responsibility for health and well-being.
3. Promoting Active and Healthy Lifestyles. RMUTL will expand opportunities for physical activity, sports participation, healthy eating, and stress management across its campuses. These initiatives will support healthier daily routines and encourage students and staff to maintain their physical and mental well-being.
4. Improving Access to Inclusive Health Support. The university will work to improve awareness of available health services, accident insurance, and referral pathways, particularly for students who may face financial, geographic, or social barriers to accessing care. These measures will support more equitable access to health protection and assistance.
5. Strengthening Partnerships and Monitoring Health Outcomes. RMUTL will continue working with regional health agencies, hospitals, and community organizations to improve health promotion programs and professional support services. The university will also seek to strengthen the monitoring of program participation, service accessibility, and health-related outcomes to inform future planning and continuous improvement.
Through these priorities, RMUTL seeks to establish a more inclusive and sustainable health and well-being support system. By integrating health education, preventive care, mental health services, and community partnerships, the university aims to improve quality of life, strengthen institutional resilience, and promote healthier communities over the long term.