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Samaritans in Ireland listened for almost 73,000 hours since start of Covid-19 restrictions
Samaritans’ volunteers in Ireland listened for almost 73,000 hours since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic as thousands of people contacted the helpline for emotional support.
- 11th March 2021
- Press release
- Ireland
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Racial justice and a commitment to change
CEO Julie Bentley’s statement on Samaritans' commitment to tackling structural racism
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Six priorities to help save lives
Rachel Cackett on how Scotland’s next leaders can put mental health and wellbeing at the heart of our recovery and, ultimately, help to save lives
- 4th March 2021
- Comment
- Scotland
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Samaritans launch new online resources on Safer Internet Day
On Safer Internet Day, Samaritans publishes online resources to support those who are writing online about self-harm or suicide.
- 9th February 2021
- Press release
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Samaritans publishes new handbook on men’s wellbeing services
Samaritans has published a new handbook with practical advice on how wellbeing initiatives can appeal to men.
- 27th January 2021
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Chief Executive, Julie Bentley, joins Charity CEO podcast for a chart-topping episode
Julie Bentley’s discusses her new role with Samaritans, future challenges and her previous career roles in her appearance on the Charity CEO podcast.
- 22nd January 2021
- News story
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Mental health organisations show solidarity with frontline workers
A group of 19 CEOs from mental health organisations have written to frontline workers and volunteers, thanking them for their service and acknowledging the pressure they have been under.
- 22nd January 2021
- News story
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"Now more than ever, let's stay connected"
Our Executive Director, Rachel Cackett, encourages people to reach out and share a virtual cuppa this winter.
- 19th January 2021
- Comment
- Scotland