Mental Health Archives - Grassroots Suicide Prevention

2026: Awards, campaigns, and record breaking events

Jake Starkey — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:41:32 +0000

Two months into 2026 and we're already off to a remarkable start. From award recognition and impactful campaigns to frontline training and record-breaking fundraising events - none of it would be possible without our incredible supporters, partners, and volunteers. Thank you.

World Suicide Prevention Day 2025

Jake Starkey — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:49:14 +0000

For World Suicide Prevention Day 2025, we want to shine a light on the work we’re doing to save more lives from suicide. From creating tailored resources and sharing experiences, to delivering training and community initiatives, every project is designed to prevent suicide and help build a world where fewer lives are lost and more people feel connected and supported.

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Summer 2025: Progress, partnerships, and prevention

Jake Starkey — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 08:34:40 +0000

As we pass the halfway point of 2025, we’re grateful to everyone supporting our mission to create real and lasting change. From inspiring fundraising challenges and groundbreaking campaigns to innovative training and community partnerships, every effort is helping us save lives and support those affected by suicide.

Our impact in action: preventing suicide and supporting communities

Jake Starkey — Thu, 08 May 2025 13:39:27 +0000

As a valued supporter, you are at the heart of everything we do. Looking back on the impact we made in 2024 and the strides we’ve already taken in 2025, we’re proud to share some important updates with you.

2024: A Year of Impact in Suicide Prevention

Jake Starkey — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 16:25:00 +0000

As 2024 draws to a close, we’d like to celebrate the incredible support from our amazing community. Your ongoing dedication and generosity have been pivotal in helping us grow, make progress, and create a real impact this year.

The Race to Save Lives: A Partnership with British GT Drivers

Drew Taylor — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:32:10 +0000

Ian and Tom have helped show that The British GT Championship is more than a spectacle of speed; it can be a platform for meaningful change. Together we are on a mission to make a difference—one race, one conversation, one life at a time. So, let’s all get behind this incredible campaign and drive the message home: together, we can win the race to save lives.

Understanding suicide rates in women: A call for action

Rachael Swann — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 17:01:54 +0000

Each year, more than 250,000 women worldwide die by suicide, and women are twice as likely as men to try to take their own lives. Concerningly, suicide rates among women under 25 have nearly doubled in recent years. In England and Wales the number of suicides have increased to their highest level since 1994 with women aged 50-54 showing the highest rates. Between 2012 and 2022, there was a 32% rise in women's suicides in the UK. Most of these deaths are preventable with timely intervention and appropriate support.

Will going for a run really help my mental health?

Ben Baxter — Mon, 13 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) 2024 takes place between the 13th and 19th May. The theme is ‘Movement: Moving more for our mental health’ and focuses on how physical activity can have help to improve mental health.

Anxiety: What does it mean? Do we all experience it?

Rachael Swann — Tue, 16 May 2023 11:34:00 +0000

Everyone is likely to experience anxiety at some stage in their life, particularly when going through challenging times. If it persists, however, it can become a mental health problem that prevents you from living the life that you want.

Matt Haig donates £7,000 to Grassroots Suicide Prevention

Celia Mae Jones — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 12:45:47 +0000

Best-selling author, Matt Haig, will be donating over £7,000 of the proceeds of his latest book, The Comfort Book to Grassroots Suicide Prevention.