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Self Harm Awareness Day 2025

What is National Self Harm Awareness Day?Each year around the world, 1st March is Self Harm Awareness Day (sometimes also known as Self Injury Awareness Day). In the UK, it is an opportunity for everyone across the country to speak with one voice to raise awareness around what is often a very misunderstood topic. Partners […]

Conference Agenda Confirmed: From Harm To Hope 2025

Harmless is delighted to announce its expert plenary speakers and workshop leaders for this year’s 10th National Self Harm & Suicide Prevention Conference, as delegates from across the sector come together for an engaging day of specialist and evidence-based content. We are pleased to confirm that our plenary sessions will be presented by: Caroline Allnutt […]

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 it comes to conversations around mental health and suicide. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce that we’re working on a book called Words That Harm, Words That Heal: The Language […]

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 violence, including deaths by suicide. At Harmless and The Tomorrow Project, people affected by suicide are the centre of our day-to-day work. However, today we are particularly thinking of 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 Suicide Bereaved, is now available as a preprint! This publication marks a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to understanding and supporting those affected by suicide. Harmless and The Tomorrow […]

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 and The Tomorrow Project we believe that kindness is essential in all aspects of life, especially when it comes to supporting those struggling with self harm and suicidal thoughts. Kindness […]

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 landmark legislation promises to overhaul an outdated system and usher in a new era of patient-centered care, dignity, and respect. For those of us who have witnessed the shortcomings of […]

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 commonly used, are now considered outdated and harmful. They can perpetuate stigma, trivialise the experience of suicide loss survivors, and even contribute to increased risk among vulnerable individuals. It is […]

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. When it comes to mental health, the words we use can carry significant weight, particularly when describing sensitive and complex issues like self harm. The term ‘self-harmer’ is a prime […]