National Positive Practice in Mental Health Awards 2018 – Results Announced
The suicide awareness campaign It Takes Balls to Talk has won a national award.
The community campaign walked away from the Positive Practice in Mental Health Awards, that were hosted at Anfield Stadium, Liverpool on Thursday 11th October, with an award for Addressing Mental Health Inequalities.
It was shortlisted for its forward-thinking approach to enhancing wellbeing and addressing previously unaddressed suicidal feelings in a high-risk group, by taking a straightforward message to men and those that care about them.
Volunteers share a simple, powerful message at sporting events and male dominated workplaces; that it’s ok to talk about how you feel and encourages them to be a Listening Mate.
Steven Hill, CEO of Coventry and Warwickshire Mind who attended the awards on behalf of the campaign, said: “As a lead partner in the delivery of It Takes Balls to Talk, our organisation is proud to be closely associated with the campaign and the amazing work of all involved in raising awareness of suicide prevention within the community we serve.
“We were pleased to be shortlisted and thrilled when they announced us as the winner of this category. It is thoroughly deserved by all involved including the dedicated team of volunteers.”