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Caring for Those Who Care: Why Workforce Welfare is Paramount at Harmless
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) At Harmless, we work on the frontlines of a challenging and often emotionally demanding field: suicide prevention. We witness the
Dads Matter, Right?
By Helen Birch (Harmless Trainer) My dad matters, my daughter’s dad matters and my son’s dad matters. They matter to me, to my children and
Whimsical Reporting and the Cost of Carelessness: The Pep Guardiola Incident
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) Pep Guardiola’s recent off-hand remark about self harm, though seemingly unintentional, has sparked a crucial conversation about responsible reporting and
Get Involved With Our New Book: Announcing ‘Words That Harm, Words That Heal’
At Harmless, we know that words have power. They can uplift and inspire, but they can also wound and isolate. This is especially true when
Transgender Day of Remembrance
Transgender Day of Remembrance takes place annually on 20th November, to honour the memory of trans people whose lives have been lost due to anti-trans
Understanding Suicide Bereavement: New Research from Harmless & The Tomorrow Project
Harmless and The Tomorrow Project are proud to announce that our new research paper, Navigating Grief: Exploring the Factors Affecting Trauma and Depression in the
Spreading Kindness: Celebrating World Kindness Day with Harmless
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) Today – 13th November – is World Kindness Day, a global celebration of the positive power of kindness. At Harmless
The Mental Health Bill: A Beacon of Hope for a More Just and Compassionate System
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) The introduction of the Mental Health Bill marks a watershed moment in mental health care in England and Wales. This
The Language of Suicide: Choosing Words with Care and Respect
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) Suicide is a complex and sensitive topic, and the language we use to discuss it matters significantly. Certain terms, once
The ‘Self-Harmer’ Label: Why Person-First Language Matters
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) Language is a powerful tool, capable of shaping our perceptions, influencing our behaviours, and even defining our sense of self.
Finding Footing on Shifting Sands: Navigating Life When It Feels Like Everything’s Lost
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) There are times in life when the ground beneath us crumbles, leaving us teetering on the edge of an abyss.
Nurturing Young Minds: Talking to Kids About Mental Health
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) In today’s fast-paced world, it’s more important than ever to prioritise our children’s mental health. Just as we teach them
From Harm to Hope 2025: Conference Tickets Now On Sale
An inspirational day of learning and collaboration. Join Harmless – the national centre of excellence for self harm and suicide prevention – as it leads
Winter Ball 2024: A Night of Fun and Hope
As the nights start to draw in, it’s time to get excited about our annual celebration event – the Winter Ball. Imagine a beautiful room
The Story Behind Henry’s Match
Everyone at Harmless and The Tomorrow Project is extremely grateful to all our amazing fundraisers who do so much to support our vital life-saving work.
Dear Evan Hansen: A Symphony of Hope and Healing
Reflections from Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) after a poignant night out at Nottingham Playhouse. Last night, I had the privilege of witnessing the heart-wrenching and
More Than Next of Kin
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) The assertion that every suicide leaves six people behind has been widely quoted for more than three decades, despite lacking
Call for Research Participants – Investigating the Experiences and Suicide Behaviours of Neurodivergent LGBTQIA+ People
At Harmless and the Tomorrow Project, we are always looking for ways to improve the quality of support we provide for our clients, particularly those
Rooted in the Heart of the Midlands: The Significance of Our East Leake Location
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) While Harmless may have a presence in multiple locations, our roots are firmly planted in the rural village of East
Changing the Narrative: World Suicide Prevention Day
World Suicide Prevention Day – Tuesday 10th September 2024 Suicide is a major public health problem with far-reaching social, emotional and economic consequences. It is
Call for Applications: Join Our Ethics Committee
Harmless, the national centre of excellence for self harm and suicide prevention, is seeking dedicated individuals to join its Ethics Committee. This committee plays a
Professional Bereavements by Suicide
By a Harmless Team Member I found out last week that one of my former clients has died by suicide. I supported this client two
Harmless: Standing Together
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) The recent events across the UK have undoubtedly had a profound impact on our communities. We understand that these incidents
Harmless: A Beacon of Hope for Self Harm and Suicide Prevention
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) Self harm and suicidal thoughts can feel isolating and overwhelming. But you’re not alone, and there is hope for recovery.
