Autumn Budget NHS boost is welcome but mental health must get fair share, says Centre for Mental Health
The autumn statement indicates that the Government is not yet delivering on commitments to mental health and prevention.
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Podcast: Chris Frederick
Expert by Experience Chris Frederick explains how experiencing poor mental health and suicidality has fuelled his work to support better mental health in Black communities
Tackle racism and improve support to protect young Black people’s mental health, say Young Changemakers
New research explores how a groundbreaking programme has been tackling racial inequalities in mental health through social action projects led by young people.
Invest in the nation’s mental health to boost the economy and build a fairer society, says charity on World Mental Health Day
On World Mental Health Day, we’re calling on the Chancellor to use the upcoming Spending Review to rebuild the nation’s mental health.
UK Government missed opportunities to support the nation’s mental health during Covid pandemic, says charity
The UK Government’s slow, sporadic and reactive response exacerbated distress and led to short term and longer-term harms, especially for people living with a severe mental illness.
One year on, the need to build A Mentally Healthier Nation is more urgent than ever
Ed outlines how the Government can start the vital work of building A Mentally Healthier Nation, by implementing our 10-year, cross-government strategy.
Podcast: Penny East
Penny East, External Relations Director at Think Ahead, sits down with Thea to talk about the role of social workers in providing mental health support and how that often tends to be overlooked, both in policy and in public awareness.
Advancing change for Black maternal mental health: progress and thoughts so far
This Black Maternal Mental Health Week, Sandra Igwe reflects on the progress made towards better supporting the mental health of Black mothers and outlines the changes that still need to be made.
Space to grow
This report investigates how the development of a new community garden has helped boost the mental health of people living in Tottenham, north London.
Illuminating the invisible: Bringing Black mental health and suicidality out of the shadows
This World Suicide Prevention Day, Chris Frederick emphasises the critical need for more inclusive, culturally competent mental health services to address the mental health inequalities in Black communities.