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Samaritans Scotland's winter 2021/22 update

Our winter 2021/22 update showcases what the Samaritans Scotland team and our volunteers have been up to over the last three months to help ensure fewer people die by suicide in Scotland.

• News story
• Scotland

Ireland’s dairy sector is driving a rural mental health campaign by featuring Samaritans’ helpline signage on milk tankers travelling across the countryside.

Ireland’s dairy sector is driving a rural mental health campaign by featuring Samaritans’ helpline signage on milk tankers travelling across the countryside.

• 9th March 2022
• Press release
• Ireland

Challenge events – Facebook group guidelines and moderation policy

Our Facebook challenge group is an incredibly positive and supportive place, bringing together amazing people doing wonderful things to support Samaritans

Samaritans Ireland welcomes committee report on Online Safety and media Regulation Bill

Samaritans Ireland welcomes Joint Committee Report on the General Scheme of the Online Safety and Media Regulation Bill (OSMR Bill)

• 2nd November 2021
• Press release
• Ireland

Samaritans Ireland launches Impact Report 2020

Samaritans Ireland launches Impact Report 2020

• 8th September 2021
• Press release
• Ireland

Fiona's story

Mental health is not a straightforward journey for everyone – it’s certainly been tricky journey for Fiona.

Razzak's story - Beder and Samaritans

The Mirjan family founded their charity in honour of their son and brother Beder, who took his own life when he was 18. Now, they’re working with Samaritans to ensure there’s always someone there.

Coronavirus, young people and self-harm

Young people have been hugely affected by the restrictions resulting from the pandemic, both socially and economically.

Two-thirds of people in Wales say Covid-19 crisis has taken a toll on wellbeing, as charities warn of long-term impact for those affected by the economic downturn

Leading charities have called on the Welsh government to take action to protect against poor mental health and suicide risk for those dealing with job uncertainty as a result of the pandemic

• 31st March 2021
• Comment
• Wales

President Michael D Higgins pays tribute to Samaritans this Christmas

President of Ireland, Michael D Higgins, has paid tribute to Samaritan volunteers for their profound and positive impact on many lives, often making the difference between life and death.

• Ireland

Consultations and briefings

Our library of briefings and consultations submitted to support our policy influencing work in Scotland.

Macclesfield & District Samaritans reminds public to look out for each other

Charity issues reminder to connect with others this World Mental Health Day.

• 9th October 2020

Samaritans Ireland survey finds that close to half of people who self-harm do not seek help

Around half of people who self-harm do not seek any form of help, according to a new survey from Samaritans Ireland

• 8th October 2020
• Ireland

Stop and think for a moment

At your interview, you will be asked to reflect on the following five stop and think statements, designed to help you consider if the listening role is right for you.

Samaritans Cymru Impact Report 2019/20

This World Suicide Prevention Day, we are pleased to launch our Samaritans Cymru Impact Report, which celebrates our work in Wales during 2019-20.

• 10th September 2020
• News story
• Wales

Guidelines for sites and platforms hosting user-generated content

Our industry guidelines provide sites and platforms hosting user-generated content with best practice principles for managing self-harm and suicide content.

Guidance for covering self-harm in the media

Self-harm is a sign of serious emotional distress and is a strong risk factor for suicide.

Guidance for reporting on inquests for England, Wales and Ireland

Information and conclusions shared during an inquest can offer an opportunity to aid understanding of some of the issues surrounding suicide.

Who we are

Samaritans Scotland is made up of nearly 1,000 volunteers spread across 19 branches stretching from the Scottish Borders to the Highlands and Islands.

Looking after yourself and your community on stream

Guidelines for people who want to fundraise for Samaritans by livestreaming.