You may have heard of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) but don’t really know what it involves or if it’s right for you or your organisation. MHFA is an evidence-based training course designed to follow the same protocol as traditional first aid. Much the same as physical first aid training, MHFA is open to anyone and does not require prior knowledge or experience. There are 2 day, 1 day and half day courses, offering differing levels of Knowledge and skills, all increasing awar

I recently spoke at an amazing event organised by @creativeminds raising money for @mhq mental health research charity and @bellhousenews. A range of musicians, poets, artists and textile creatives shared their work and spoke about their experience of mental health. It reminded me how mental health touches all of us- whether directly or through those we care about. I share my speech from the day below: In my daily work I work with businesses and communities increasing awarene