Election must encourage respect, participation and mentally healthier policies
With a general election around the corner, we’ve outlined some key recommendations we hope politicians, media and other organisations will embrace.
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Mentally Healthier System Leaders Network
A learning network for mental health leaders in integrated care systems pursuing mental health equality locally.
Networks
Children and Young People’s Mental Health Coalition
The Children and Young People’s Mental Health Coalition is a collaborative network of over 300 organisations, including mental health organisations, youth support services, educational institutions, and individuals. Hosted by Centre for Mental Health, the Coalition is dedicated to advocating for and influencing policy change in relation to the mental health needs of babies, children and young people.
Government should put every new policy through a ‘mental health test’, says charity
Government should put every new policy through a mental health policy test to prevent policies being implemented that are detrimental to mental health.
Policies for better mental health
This report calls for the Government to implement a mental health policy test to measure the mental health impact of policies before they’re adopted.
Mental Health Awareness Week: let’s create exercise opportunities for all
This Mental Health Awareness Week, Ed Davie looks into the lack of access to exercise for people disadvantaged by society.
Creating safer, more inclusive services: towards trauma-informed practice
Georgina Beadon Ekers and Kerry Mayers explain how their mental health trust creates safe and empowering services for people living with trauma.
The severity of food insecurity among people with a mental illness
Andy explains how tackling food insecurity is integral to reducing the life expectancy gap for people living with severe mental illness.
Making mental health services work for older people
Dr Amanda Thompsell breaks down how fair provision and appropriate access to services, alongside combating ageism are crucial to improving mental health support for older adults.