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 (Department of Health & Social Care)
Government Strategy and Direction

Rosie Ellis (National Suicide Prevention Alliance)
Collaboration and Other Key Themes in the Suicide Prevention Strategy

Sandy Kaur (Sehhat)
Meri Awaaz (My Voice): Self Harm and Suicide in the Punjabi and South Asian Community

Caroline Harroe & Chloe Webster-Harris (Harmless & The Tomorrow Project)
Exploring the Impact of Stabilisation and Therapy on Impulsivity in Self Harm: A Randomised Control Trial

Laura Hughes, Shaun Young & Jaimie Tillsley (Harmless & The Tomorrow Project)
• Why Young Minds Quit: Addressing Youth Attrition in Mental Health Services
• Beyond the Rainbow: Neurodiversity, LGBTQIA+ Identity, and Support Needs
• Weighing the Burden: Supporting Staff Well-being in Suicide Prevention


Additionally, workshops will be led by:

James Grimes (Gambling With Lives Nottingham)
Gambling-Related Harms and Suicide Prevention

Steve Whittle (Tough To Talk)
Break the Silence – Bridging the Gender Mental Health Gap

Cara Donald (Papyrus)
Building Resilience in Young People Through Creativity, Choice, and Connection

Jonathan Jones (Friends, Families & Travellers)
Reducing Barriers for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Communities

Leanne Moulton & Katie Freeman (Harmless & The Tomorrow Project)
Chronic Suicidality and Self Harm: A Complex Interplay

Caitlin Richardson (Children & Young People’s Mental Health Services)
Breaking the Cycle: Using DBT to Transform Emotion Dysregulation-Based Disordered Eating Behaviours

Pam Burrows (The People Booster)
Workforce Wellbeing: Managing Stress and Avoiding Burnout

Dr Joanna Lockwood (University of Nottingham)
Developing the CaTS-App – The Finale: Real-World Testing of a Collaborative Assessment App for Self Harm

Fully CPD-accredited, the conference will deliver knowledge and practical solutions for implementation in real-life situations, as well as the chance to share experiences. The format includes plenary presentations, workshops and networking opportunities. Uniquely for conferences of this type, all proceeds from ticket sales go directly towards funding Harmless’ life-saving services.

Our theme for 2025 is Every Life Matters, But Who Do We Save? The Competing Demands on Services When Delivering Life-Saving Self Harm and Suicide Prevention Work. As at previous events, our strategic focus will be on:

• Collaborative Partnership
• Service-User Representation
• Effective Practice
• Driving Change
• Overcoming Stigma and Discrimination

After a hugely successful 2024 conference, we are delighted to be returning to Trent Conference Centre, Nottingham’s leading independent events venue. Delegates unable to attend in person can also participate via a live stream. We hope you can join us to learn, collaborate and contribute to what is always a fascinating and memorable event.

Our complimentary hot lunch options include:
• Chicken Tikka with rice & naan bread
• Lasagne with potatoes, salad & coleslaw
• Vegan Lasagne with potatoes, salad & coleslaw.
• Vegan Chickpea & Spinach Curry

Feedback from our 2024 event:
‘A very inspiring day’
‘Brilliantly informative and thought-provoking sessions’
‘Thank you for an insightful day full of knowledge’


The conference takes place 9am–5pm Friday 28th February 2025 at Trent Conference Centre, Trent Vineyard, Nottingham NG7  2PX

All information is correct at the time of going to press, but is subject to change due to any unforeseen circumstances.

Share the Post:

Related Posts