We champion equality and fight for the rights of #LGBTQIA+ people across our diverse local community. If you are experiencing any hate crime our dedicated service is here to help you. connectedvoice.org.uk/services/advoc… Northern Pride Be: Trans Support and Community #AdvocayWorks #idohobit2025 #humanrights

One of the most important things we can do to protect our mental health is regular movement. 🏊🏸 Movement can: ✅ boost our mood ✅ increase our energy ✅ improve self-esteem ✅ reduce stress ✅support sleep. Movement can also bring people together – forging connections and

It’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek. Alex Wilson from Tyneside and Northumberland Mind is calling for more awareness of the risks linked to alcohol -including poor mental health, heart disease, liver disease, stroke and 7 types of cancer. Let’s keep the conversation going. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Happy #InternationalChildrensDay! 🥳 At the Anti-Bullying Alliance, we believe that young voices matter. That's why we set up the Young ABA to influence our project and programme work, help develop the messaging and campaign of Anti-Bullying Week. bit.ly/4mlGVXA

As we come to the end of Mental Health Awareness Week, we wanted to highlight some ways that you can check in on yourself and your mental health, to see what you need to improve your wellbeing 💜 #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MentalHealth #SelfCare

"We need to stop asking children to prove they are unwell enough to deserve help." My new report on the state of children's mental health services in England shows deep inequalities & long waits for treatment 👇🏻: childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/news/press-not…

We've had a wonderful week celebrating community and its role in nurturing good mental health. But we know we have to fight for our communities. Right now, too many people are struggling alone. Cut off from support, facing long waits for help, and unsure where to turn. But with

This mental health awareness week is focusing on community. Read these tips on staying safe with online communities while supporting your mental health mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental… #ThisIsMyCommunity #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MentalHealth #FamilyCarers

Loneliness, especially long-term loneliness, increases the risk of mental health challenges like anxiety, depression and stress. On the flip side, regular social interactions can help us feel less isolated and protect our mental health. Loneliness can affect anyone. Here are

For Mental Health Awareness Week, we're sharing some guidance from our HOPELINE247 advisers on how you can support your own positive mental health and wellbeing: this is vital, especially to help you stay safe if you're struggling with thoughts of suicide. 💜

There are NHS urgent #MentalHealth helplines for all ages. You can call for 24-hour advice and support. You need to type in your age and postcode, to find out what help is available in your area. nhs.uk/service-search… #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ThisIsMyCommunity

Jess Phillips, Minister for Safeguarding and Violence against Women and Girls, said: “I want to thank the IWF for all the work they do to shine a light on this issue. Their ‘Image Intercept’ initiative, funded by the Home Office, will be vital in helping to stop the

982,200 children in England had an active referral to Children & Young People's Mental Health Services at end of March 2024. 76% were over the age of 10. 6% referred 'in crisis'. Waiting times & spend per child varied widely according to area. Read more 👇 childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/resource/child…

We will be hosting a webinar on Neurodiversity as part of our Lincolnshire Safeguarding Children Week, on Monday 23rd June, 09:30-10:30am. This session is suitable for both professionals, and parents & carers. Register your place here: tinyurl.com/5x4rh5rz

Gateshead Safeguarding Business Unit are looking to appoint a new Business Unit Support Assistant. To find out more click on this link northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Safeguardi…

Carers Week 2025- Caring about Equality #CarersWeek Did you know ⁉️..The inequalities that carers face mean that: ▶️70% of carers have a long-term physical or mental health condition, disability or illness compared to 59% of non-carers. ▶️The poverty rate for carers is 50 %

You can protect yourself online by: 🖱️ Not clicking or downloading anything you don't trust 💬 Being careful about giving personal information away Check our online tool to see if something online is a scam ⤵️ bit.ly/4mMvEQ8

Today I'm launching my Youth Voices Forum to hear from more children across England, to share opportunities and give them the chance to share their views about the issues they care about to influence my work & shape the direction of government policy.👇 childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/news/childrens…

This week, Balance are relaunching their #AlcoholIsToxic campaign. Please watch the video for more information. We will be signposting to support in Gateshead throughout the week.

Alcoholic drinks should have labels stating the link with cancer: doctors, charities & health experts, including Balance, have signed a letter to the PM. People have a right to know information that the alcohol industry is not telling them Alcohol Health Alliance UK WCRF independent.co.uk/news/health/al…