Statement on the Loss of Jason Arday
A Call for Press Accountability and Structural Reform By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) The loss of Jason Arday is an absolute tragedy. First and foremost, our thoughts are with his young children, his family, and his loved ones who are navigating an unimaginable grief. Their pain must be kept at the centre of this conversation. […]
International Youth Day: Supporting Young People to Feel Heard, Valued and Hopeful
By Eleanor Haggar (Clinical Support Worker) International Youth Day takes place every year on 12th August. It is a global day of awareness that recognises the rights, voices, experiences and potential of young people. It is also a reminder that young people should not be seen only as ‘the future’, but as people with ideas, […]
Finding Quiet in the Storm: World Relaxation Day
By Jack Fox (Office & Facilities Manager) When you are navigating the heavy waves of self harm recovery, suicidal thoughts, or deep emotional pain, the word ‘relaxation’ can feel a bit out of reach. But on World Relaxation Day (15th August) we want to redefine what relaxation actually means. For anyone fighting for their mental health, relaxation is […]
Beyond Feeding: Why Breastfeeding Support Matters for Maternal Mental Health
By Katie Freeman (Chief Clinical Officer) World Breastfeeding Week runs between 1st—7th August. This year’s theme is Breastfeeding for a sustainable start in life: strengthen what works with a focus on nutrition, food security and poverty reduction. These are all-important focuses when we think about suicide prevention too. Breastfeeding can be a rewarding experience, but […]
Statement From Harmless
We are aware of the recent reports involving self harm that have been widely shared across the media and social media. We recognise that many people in our community may have seen this content or the discussions surrounding it, and that it may be upsetting, distressing, or triggering. At Harmless, we encourage responsible and safe […]
A-Level Results Day: You Are More Than Your Grades
By Carly Sutton (E-Learning Content Creator) Results day has a way of making life feel much smaller than it really is. For a few hours – maybe even a whole day – everything seems to revolve around a handful of letters on a page. Ambitions, family expectations, further education prospects, group chats, social media posts, […]
Reach In and Show Up: A Reflection on International Friendship Day
By Shaun Young (Academy Manager) Yesterday was International Friendship Day. At its core, the day is about more than just grabbing a drink with your best mate; it is about celebrating the wider theme of community connection. It is a reminder that humans are simply not built to navigate this world in total isolation. Our […]
International Self-Care Day: Try Our 30 Day Challenge!
By Vicky Lott (Training & Education Officer) International Self-Care Day – celebrated on 24th July – is a reminder that looking after ourselves is something we can practise every day, not just when life feels overwhelming. Self-care isn’t about being perfect or finding lots of extra time – it’s about making small, intentional choices that […]
Open Casting Call: Unseen Realities – New Dates
PROJECT TITLE: Unseen Realities (Short Film Series) LOCATION: Nottingham & Surrounding Areas ROLES: Young People (Playing age 11–21) The ProjectHarmless is casting for Unseen Realities, a series of cinematic, high-end short films (2 mins each) exploring the internal worlds of young people navigating mental health challenges, neurodiversity and identity. These films are ‘visual poems’ – with minimal dialogue and a focus […]
Trans Rights = Suicide Prevention
By Laura Hughes (Clinical Manager) On Saturday 20th June, Harmless were honoured to march and speak with the 1500 people who gathered for Trans Pride in Nottingham. 6% of people accessing our suicide crisis service have been trans; a significant overrepresentation compared to the general population (0.5%). TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) may try to say […]