Stigma & Discrimination

Leads: Tracey Hackett and Stella

Most of us experience times when physical ill health can affect us, but in today's society there is often a lack of understanding if we suffer from some form of mental illness. It is time to change this negative attitude. Stigma and discrimination towards people who experience mental ill health ruins the lives of sufferers, carers, and families.

Our Talk, 'Mental Illness - Fighting Fear and Stigma Together', has been put together by a volunteer who has personal experience of mental distress and mental health services. Our volunteer has professional knowledge and feels strongly about the negative impact stigma and discrimination has had on her and her family.

The Talk can be delivered to a wide range of audiences, including community groups, mental health groups, mental health professionals and other providers that have impact on the lives of people experiencing mental distress.

Objectives

• To create greater self awareness of negative stereotypes and attitudes which many hold subconsciously towards people who experience mental distress.
• Through education and new understanding, combat stigma and discrimination in personal lives and professional roles
• Improve the quality of service provision for individuals experiencing mental distress
• To contribute and support other Anti-Stigma and Discrimination, such as 'Time to Change'

How to get Involved

If you are interested in booking the awareness raising Talk please contact us for further information.
If you have a story to share about your experiences, positive and negative, please get in touch with us. Your story could be used as part of a Talk, perhaps you'd like to present it yourself. Contact us.

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