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You Alright Mate?........ It's November and it's Mens Health Awareness Month...... This International Men's Day, we’re bringing together men from all walks of life to open up and connect on topics that too often goes unspoken: mental health, wellbeing, and suicide prevention. Join Sam Thomas and I on November 19th at Projects in Brighton for an impactful gathering aimed at breaking down barriers and building understanding around men's mental health. 💬 🎯 Why "You Alright Mate?" Men’s mental health matters, yet stigma keeps many from seeking the support they need. This event is designed to foster open conversations, share resources and equip each of us with tools to support ourselves and those around us. 🗓️ Event Highlights: Inspiring panel discussion from mens health advocates and experts in the form of Joel Lawton and Daniel Gainsford Mindfullness techniques to calm any storm Peer Support to create meaningful connections Whether you’re looking for support, offering it, or just want to learn more, this is a day for all of us to show up and check in. Let's be the change, one conversation at a time. 📍 When: November 19th 📍 Where: The Projects, Brighton 📍 Time: 6:30 PM - 9 PM Together, let’s create a community where asking "You alright, mate?" with real meaning, can make a world of difference. Ticket link in comments #InternationalMensDay #YouAlrightMate #MensMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #BrightonEvents #BreakTheStigma #MenSupportingMen

🌟Mental Health Awareness Week! I just wanted to shout out some organisations in the UK that are all about supporting mental well being in the workplace: @MindCharity @MentalHealthFoundationUK @TimeToChangeCampaign @Samaritans - Need someone to talk to? They're there 24/7, no judgment. 🤝 Spread the word! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #EndTheStigma #WorkplaceWellness #MomentsForMovement

If you're someone who has a VI friend or family member we'd love to hear from you (and if you're VI yourself, please pass this on to your friends and family!). Following the successful launch of our Wellbeing Service in January 2023, we have been able to support our members to manage their mental health through talking therapy with our in-house counsellor David. Although we still have 12 months of funding remaining, we are already starting to think about our next application for continued funding, and how we might be able to expand the service to help even more people. As such, we are gathering data to help us decide how we might do this. In the past year, it has become evident that family and friends of people living with VI might also benefit from some dedicated wellbeing support, and we’d really appreciate feedback from those loved ones. We've got a short survey you can complete, which you can find here: https://lnkd.in/e6xHYhYA It should only take you a few minutes to complete, and your answers will be very valuable to us. Thank you! #AccessibleWorthing #Worthing #VisionImpaired #Blind

There’s plenty of theories on where the suicide stigma started… religion… law… language… Perhaps, it started with how hard it is to comprehend suicide. Perhaps, it’s hard to believe that someone wants to die when everything you do is centred on ‘living’. Perhaps, it’s too heartbreaking to consider that our loved ones are in so much pain, that we are not enough for them to want to live. Perhaps, it’s easier to write this complexity off as sin or insanity. And perhaps, this complexity manifested itself in religion, law, and language, perpetuating the problem. If so, does the solution for removing stigma sit in our ability to empathise with those suffering? And if so, does the responsibility rest with the people who’ve suffered, to tell their stories? I think so but I don’t know. Hopefully we get closer to the solution on November 20!

CANS conference on supporting wellbeing in BAME communities has given me a lot to think about on the bus home. My main (among many) takeaways are: 1) Leaders set the tone - it’s the role of our leaders to help us feel safe. Their role is to go beyond condemnation of racism and to value, promote & celebrate diversity. 2) The importance of culturally relevant treatments. And of cultural humility (a new phrase for me) in addition to cultural competence. 3) If I heard it right there has been a 182% increase in faith/religion motivated incidents (and no I didn’t leave out a decimal point!) 4) Trauma informed is a short phrase for a massive shift in how we work & think. And it can’t be just another box to tick. Our mental health support services have a long way to go to meet the needs of our WHOLE community in a proactive and sustainable way. Todays event & discussions now need to ripple their way out into policy & practice.

As advocates for mental health and wellness, we're deeply committed to supporting organizations like @NEDA in their vital work. From upcoming walks to volunteering opportunities and awareness campaigns, there are countless ways to get involved and make a meaningful impact. Get involved: https://buff.ly/49zDZjk #EatingDisorderAwareness #NEDA #EatingDisorderRecovery #EDAwarness #RecoveryResources #GetInvolved

This past Wednesday, November 13th, I had the privilege of joining PRA Group for an insightful discussion on the critical topics of men's health, mental health stigmas, and the societal barriers that often prevent men from seeking help. It was a powerful conversation that explored common health challenges faced by men and how we can collectively work to reduce stigma and create a more supportive environment for mental wellness. A big thank you to the PRA Group (Nasdaq: PRAA) team for hosting such an important event and for fostering an open dialogue on these crucial issues. It was an honor to contribute to the conversation. As we continue this important work, I’m available to help individuals or organizations dive deeper into these topics. Whether you're looking to understand men's mental health challenges more deeply or exploring strategies for reducing stigma, feel free to reach out. Let’s continue the conversation and work toward lasting change in mental health support. #MensHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #BreakingStigma #Therapy #Support #MentalWellness #PRAGroup #Healthcare #Community #WellBeing #OpenDialogue #AvailableToHelp #EndTheStigma #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthSupport #MenTalkToo #MentalHealthForMen #WellnessJourney #StigmaFree #SelfCare #TherapistsOfLinkedIn #MentalHealthProfessionals #MaleMentalHealth #MentalHealthResources #BreakingBarriers #SpeakUpForMentalHealth #HealingTogether #PositiveMentalHealth #InclusiveWellness #MenDeserveCare

🚀 Exciting news! Our latest report, 'Toward Wellness: The Status of School-Based Mental Health Initiatives in Virginia,' is here! 📘 In this comprehensive report, we address critical questions surrounding School-Based Mental Health and its services: 💡What exactly are these services? 💡How are they being implemented in Virginia? 💡And crucially, how are they funded? 💡Lastly, what can we do (lawmakers, administrators, state agencies, and communities) to move forward? Join us as we delve into these questions and present our recommendations for a healthier future for Virginia's young people. Click here to read and download this critical report today: https://lnkd.in/gmTRTQqU 💜#TowardWellness #MentalHealthAwareness #VirginiaYouth #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

Celebrating #InternationalMensDay. Every year on November 19, the world comes together to recognise men's positive impact on our world, families, and communities. International Men's Day is all about shining a light on positive role models and promoting men's health and wellbeing. Scroll through this post to learn about men's mental health today, to understand the stigma and find out how you can make a difference. 💜 #InternationalMensDay2024 #IMD24