Donegal’s Eric Roberts leads Mental Health Ireland campaign

Eric is using his platform to highlight the importance of genuine connection and simply asking and really listening to the question, “Hello, How are you?”

placeholder image — Eric is using his platform to highlight the importance of genuine connection and simply asking and really listening to the question, “Hello, How are you?”

Hello, How Are You? day will take place on Friday, May 15, 2026, a national campaign encouraging people across Ireland to start meaningful conversations about mental health

Eric Roberts is leading a Mental Health Ireland Campaign.

Hello, How Are You? day will take place on Friday, May 15, 2026, a national campaign encouraging people across Ireland to start meaningful conversations about mental health. Eric is using his platform to highlight the importance of genuine connection and simply asking and really listening to the question, “Hello, How are you?”

“I’m absolutely delighted to be an ambassador for Mental Health Ireland and to support the Hello, How Are You? Campaign,” Speaking about the campaign, Eric said. “It’s such a simple question—‘hello, how are you?’—but it carries incredible power. Taking a moment to check in with someone can make a real difference, letting them know they’re seen, heard, and not alone. I’m proud to be part of a campaign that encourages all of us to connect, to listen, and to look out for one another.”

This campaign is built on a simple but powerful idea: that a genuine “Hello, how are you?” can be the start of meaningful connection, understanding, and support. Whether you're chatting with a friend, a colleague, a neighbour, or even a stranger, asking "how are you?" — and truly listening to the answer — can help reduce stigma around mental health and remind us all that we're not alone.

To mark the campaign, Mental Health Ireland has also partnered with Hairy Baby to launch a limited-edition Hello, How Are You? T-shirt as Gaeilge, with all profits supporting Mental Health Ireland’s work. Designed to spark conversations, the T-shirt offers a simple, visible way for people to show their support and get involved.

The campaign invites individuals, workplaces, schools and communities to take a moment on May 15th to check in with one another because a small question can make a big difference.

You can get involved by starting a conversation, hosting a hello event or spreading awareness online.