How We Do This
- Offering safe spaces where we listen and never judge, and demonstrating the impact of this support;
- Creating experience-led tools and information on topics clients tell us they want to know about;
- Promoting better models of support through training health and social care workers of the future;
- Working with researchers and policy makers to make sure what people tell us they want is put into practice.
What We Do To Make This Happen
- We run a UK-wide multi-channel support service for people affected by self-harm, trauma and abuse;
- We develop up-to-date, reliable and free information and self help tools for anyone to use;
- We run training and consultancy to share knowledge and expertise with a wide range of staff, especially in health, social care and education;
- We partner with other organisations and researchers to find out directly from those with lived experience of self-harm find helpful in their lives.
Our Values
These are the values that ensure we never lose sight of what we are trying to achieve:
Empathy: We meet people with compassion, listening without judgement and valuing their experiences as they are.
Collaboration: We work alongside individuals, communities and professionals to create lasting change.
Courage: We challenge stigma, confront difficult issues and push for systems that genuinely support those who self-harm.
Inclusivity: We strive to create services that are accessible and relevant to all, especially those who are often unheard or excluded.
Respect: We believe everyone deserves dignity, choice and autonomy, regardless of their experiences with self-harm.
