National Suicide Prevention Alliance

@NSPA_UK

An alliance of public, private & voluntary organisations who care about suicide prevention & take action to reduce suicide and support those affected by suicide

England, United Kingdom
nspa.org.uk
Joined November 2017
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    Sep 13

    Do you have lived experience of suicidal thoughts or behaviours? Bring your experience to inform & influence suicide prevention policy and practice - please join our lived experience network:

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    Oct 30

    We are studying "Suicide by middle-aged men"- examining characteristics of those who die by suicide, determining how frequently suicide is preceded by factors that are more often related to men than women and examining the role of support services.

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  3. Retweeted
    Oct 29

    We have evidence that our work and our approach to prevent suicide has a positive impact on men's lives. You can access the research and watch last week's webinar on our website. To download the report -

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  4. Oct 28

    We are continuing our conversations about the challenges being faced during COVID-19 with staff from the NHS. You can read our latest discussions with NHS Staff here:

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  5. Oct 27

    Membership to the NSPA brings you into a network of individuals & organisations who care about suicide prevention and know that by working together we can have more impact & ultimately save lives. Membership is free & comes with benefits – find out more

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  6. Oct 26

    We are delighted to welcome SIMPOL to the alliance. SIMPOL is an international association of citizens who understand that today’s global problems can only be solved through global cooperation. You can read more about them here:

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  7. Oct 26

    Our October newsletter is out now. You can read about the insightful work our members are doing & our webinars on "self-harm during covid-19" & "reaching & supporting children & young people". We'd also like to welcome to our newest members

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    Oct 25

    Last month we launched a guide which offers practical and professional advice to parents and carers who are supporting a young person experiencing thoughts of suicide or self-harm. Read more:

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    Oct 23

    We're excited to announce our new book 'How to Listen', which will be published in January 2021 📚🙌 It’s full of helpful advice and practical tips on how to be a better listener for your loved ones. Pre-order now

    "In this time of covid pandemic it's never been more apparent that our mental wellbeing is equally as important as our physical health." Katie Colombus, Assistant Director of Communications
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  10. Oct 23

    We are continuing our conversations about COVID-19 with staff from all sectors. You can read our latest discussion with charities to see how they are continuing to respond to the pandemic

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  11. Oct 23

    We are delighted to welcome to the alliance. Community Rail Lancashire are passionate about all things ‘community’ and ‘rail’ and seek to connect communities to their railways across Lancashire and surrounding areas. You can read more here:

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  12. Oct 23

    One is Too Many is a new programme of grants from , as part of the Veterans’ Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund. They will award grants of up to £300,000 to two-year projects that aim to reduce suicide risks within vulnerable veterans in a coordinated & targeted way.

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    Oct 21

    Rates of suicidal thoughts have increased during lockdown, especially among young adults, a longitudinal study has found

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  14. Oct 21

    We were delighted to have over 550 people attend our recent webinars on “Self-Harm during Covid-19” & “Reaching and Supporting Children During Covid-19". Thank you to all of our speakers from

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    Oct 21

    Today we are pleased to publish the first evaluation of James’ Place’s intervention for men in suicidal crisis. A few words from our co-founder and trustee :

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    Oct 21

    Today, publish a major study on the effects on mental health during the first 6 weeks of lockdown supported by Samaritans. Now more than ever it's a priority to reach those struggling to cope & encourage them to seek help before crisis.

    "We need to work together to ensure that no one faces these things alone. It can be as simple as checking in with those around us and encouraging them to talk or reach out for support." Liz Scowcroft, Head of Research and Evaluation
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  17. Oct 20

    We are currently seeking a full time Lived Experience Network manager to help amplify the voice of people with lived experience to manage and grow our new Lived Experience Network. You can find out more information about the role here:

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    Oct 19

    Really enjoyed attending webinar on supporting Children/Young People this morning. Interesting talks from and with a lot to think about Hopefully I can bring in some of the findings into the work we do with/for

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    Oct 19

    Looking forward to another incredibly insightful webinar organised by this morning

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  20. Oct 16

    Have you registered for Monday's webinar on Reaching & Supporting Children&Young People? With Sarah Skelton Head of Programme Development , Laura Brown Regional Development Manager &Suzie Phillips Associate Director

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  21. Oct 16

    Thank you to all of you who joined and were so engaged with our webinar 'Self-Harm during Covid-19' this morning, and to our presenters: Keith Waters from and the Multicentre Study of Self-Harm in England and Claire Dixon from .

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