Elephant in the Room.
JIA, Elephant In The Room
This week, Digital Technology Solutions (DTS) welcomes Jia – The Elephant in the Room as part of DCU’s ongoing commitment to promoting positive mental health and wellbeing across our community.
By bringing Jia to DTS, we hope to spark open dialogue, strengthen connections, and encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect on their own well-being and the well-being of others.
Jia’s beautiful, hand-drawn design carries deep symbolism. The floral patterns from red roses for love, azaleas for family, and zinnias for friendship, to ivy, sunflowers, and daisies for loyalty, joy, and cheerfulness, represent the many forms of support that help us thrive. The gold oak leaf crown symbolises strength and resilience: the courage to reach out and keep going, even when life feels heavy.
Hosting Jia reflects DTS’s ongoing commitment to supporting student and staff wellbeing, fostering a caring and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and heard. In alignment with DCU’s mission to transform lives and societies, DTS is proud to champion wellbeing as a foundation for collaboration, innovation, and the delivery of secure, resilient, and human-centred digital solutions.
We invite staff and students to stop by, spend a moment with Jia, and join the conversation. Your words have power, and together, we can help break the stigma around mental health.
Learn more about supports and resources on DCU’s Mental Health and Wellbeing website.
If you have suggestions, feedback, or spot anything unexpected, please let us know via DCU Help. Your input helps us continue to improve the digital experience for everyone at DCU.