University of Limerick unveils 'elephant in the room' sculpture as part of mental health campaign

A number of such sculptures are already in universities, schools, workplaces and public spaces around Ireland
University of Limerick unveils 'elephant in the room' sculpture as part of mental health campaign

UL graduate and Paralympian Tiarnán O'Donnell and Brent Pope with the elephant sculpture in the university's Glucksman Library. Picture: Alan Place

The University of Limerick has unveiled a sculpture on campus that aims to break down stigma, encourage openness, and promote mental wellbeing among its staff and students.

As part of the nationwide “elephant in the room” initiative, UL has become the latest organisation to  unveil a hand painted elephant sculpture. A number of such sculptures are already in universities, schools, workplaces and public spaces around Ireland.

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