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World Mental Health Day: The power of Lived Experience
Ellie Meikle, Policy and Engagement Officer at Samaritans Scotland, talks about her work with Samaritans Scotland's Lived Experience Advisory Group over the last two years.
- 10th October 2026
- Scotland
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Join us for Dawn Walk to mark World Mental Health Day
Support Norwich Samaritans & sign up for Dawn Walk this World Mental Health Day!
- 23rd September 2026
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Premier League clubs unite for Together Against Suicide
Premier League clubs to offer tailored support on home matchdays, helping fans access trusted support in safe, non-judgemental environments
- 3rd September 2026
- Press release
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Scotland Shines Green for Samaritans on World Suicide Prevention Day
Samaritans light shone brightly across Scotland on World Suicide Prevention Day this year.
- 10th September 2025
- Scotland
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The Premier League
Samaritans are proud to be working in partnership with The Premier League on “Together Against Suicide”, an initiative to support fans affected by suicide or suicidal thoughts.
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‘Because tomorrow’s too late’: Samaritans Awareness Day challenge urges public to share the weight
A Kent man is calling on the public to help him carry his 24.7kg ‘bag of worries’ as part of a series of events to mark this year’s Samaritans Awareness Day.
- 23rd July 2025
- Press release
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'Paid Yesterday, Broke Today' - Research Appreciation Day with Dr Susan Rasmussen
This Research Appreciation Day (5th July), we spoke to Dr Susan Rasmussen, reader in Psychology at the University of Strathclyde, who worked with us on our recent 'Paid Yesterday, Broke Today' report.
- 5th July 2025
- Scotland
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Staying safe online as a content creator when posting about suicide or self-harm
Things to consider for looking after yourself and your audience as a content creator when talking about suicide online
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Dave and Charlotte’s story
"That could have been the day that everything changed forever. But then Dave asked if I was OK.”
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Mark’s story
Mark found himself struggling to cope after his marriage ended, but reaching out to Samaritans helped him rebuild his life.
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Laura’s story
Laura says Samaritans saved her life during a difficult time with her mental health. To give back and support others who are struggling like she was, Laura ran the 2024 TCS London Marathon for Samaritans.
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Gavin's Story
As a business owner and single parent, Gavin has faced many challenges, including going alcohol-free and coping with personal loss. This journey led him to join Samaritans, where he now finds purpose in making a difference through the power of listening.
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Open, Up, Listen Up
Learn more about Open Up, Listen Up - our male suicide prevention campaign for Wales.
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Samaritans team up with In It Together Festival to support the crowd
Samaritans Festival Branch volunteers are returning this year to provide a non-judgemental, face to face listening, emotional support service at the In It Together Festival in Margam, Port Talbot
- 23rd May 2024
- Press release
- Wales
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Keith’s story
"Whatever that person’s dark thoughts are, the volunteer has changed them just by sitting there listening – to me, that’s the glory of life. "
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3 things you should know about LGBTQ+ communities and suicide
Existing research tells us that LGBTQ+ people are at a higher risk of suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts and self-harm compared to people who aren’t LGBTQ+.
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Join us for a Dawn Walk this WSPD
Sign up for our Dawn Walk on 10 September 2023
- 2nd September 2023
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Samaritans delighted to welcome Josh Cuthbert as new Samaritans Ambassador
Samaritans delighted to welcome Josh Cuthbert as new Samaritans Ambassador
- 12th May 2023
- Press release
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Stigma of self-harm impacts on everyday life - Samaritans Ireland research
New research from Samaritans Ireland has found the stigma towards people who self-harm can impact on their ability to rent an apartment, find a job or enter a new relationship.
- 30th March 2023
- Press release
- Ireland
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Channique’s story
Coronation Street actor Channique has been a Samaritans volunteer for over four years.
