UNILAK Chaplaincy helps students find a better way to deal with issues ranging from family breakdown and loneliness to drug abuse, stress and anxiety. The chaplain provides a listening ear and a caring presence for students in crisis and those who just need a friend. She/he therefore should have a passion to improve the lives of young people.

The activities undertaken by UNILAK chaplaincy office include, but are not limited to:

• Promoting students wellbeing, particularly through the provision of pastoral care;
• Encouraging reflection about the spiritual dimensions of life;
• Providing guidance to students on issues concerning human relationships;
• Providing support in cases of bereavement, family breakdown or other crisis and loss situations;
• Being readily available to provide continuity and on-going support for individual students and staff when necessary;
• Supporting students who wish to explore their spirituality;
• Providing guidance on religious values and ethical matters;
• Organizing and participating in daily staff morning devotion meetings.