Student Led Conference – Addressing stigma and discrimination in mental health and learning disabilities

This event is led by student nurses from the mental health and learning disabilities nursing department at Edge Hill University. There are a variety of presentations on topics relating to mental health, learning disabilities and autism with a particular focus on stigma and discrimination.

This free event is for students and staff at Edge Hill University. Light Refreshments will be available on arrival and during the break with vegan and gluten-free options.

Programme/running order:

Wendy Boyers, 3rd year student Mental Health Nurse – Rethinking restrictive practice
Sarah Jackson, Consultant Nurse for Autism and Associate Director of Nursing LSCFT – Autism, Mental Health Issues and Stigma
Ad Gridley, Mental Health Service User – Service User Perspective
Recycling Lives – Supporting ex-offenders to re-integrate into society.