Research shows that 72% of people who die by suicide do not engage with traditional support services such as their GP or mental health services (1). So Grassroots are reaching out to the community to take action against suicide.
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Hello. My name is Jack!
Hello. My name is Jack! I just started an exciting new role at Grassroots, as a Community ChangeMaker. The first thing I want to do is introduce myself to you!
Who is Real Talk for?
Who is Real Talk for? All kinds of people and from all sorts of backgrounds. Everyone is welcome.
Starting the year with Grassroots Suicide Prevention
Hello lovely people and welcome to 2019 from Grassroots! We know that people approach the holiday period with all sorts of worries and that getting through this period can be tough.
The Good Schools Guide recommends Stay Alive app
The Stay Alive app is a free to download suicide prevention tool, designed to help people thinking about suicide and those concerned about someone else.
Grassroots win Suicide Prevention Award at National Positive Practice in Mental Health Awards 2018
Thanks to everyone who has supported us and of course our heartfelt thanks to our Real Talk community for starting conversations that really do save lives. This one is for YOU.
In Honour of You
By far the best bit about my job is the truly amazing people I get to meet and talk to every day. People who come from all walks of life and backgrounds but who have a connection in common.
World Suicide Prevention Day 2018
This year the theme for World Suicide Prevention Day was “Working Together to Prevent Suicide.” We all have a role to play and together we can collectively address the challenges presented by suicidal behaviour in society.
World Suicide Prevention Day 2016
The theme for this year was “Connect, Communicate & Care”. We had a stall at Brighton Station, a community safeTALK suicide prevention course, resource marketplace, and influential guest speakers.
Stay Alive Crowdfunder
*** This crowdfunder closed on 14 October 2016 *** Grassroots would like to say a BIG thank you to everyone who raised awareness, backed this campaign and supported Grassroots.
World Suicide Prevention Day 2015
Our events to mark World Suicide Prevention Day 2015, including a community safeTALK suicide prevention course, stalls, community events, and more.
World Suicide Prevention Day 2014
Our events to mark World Suicide Prevention Day 2014, including two free safeTALK suicide prevention courses, and the launch of the Stay Alive app.