Open to all those interested in mental health and suicide prevention in education.
The Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in Education event at Edge Hill University on 13 November 2024 will feature a range of speakers discussing various perspectives on mental health and suicide prevention. You’ll hear from parents, headteachers, national mental health charities, and researchers focusing on supporting mental health and suicide prevention in education. You’ll also hear more about Edge Hill’s future plans to support the education sector in mental health promotion and suicide prevention work.
Event schedule
Time | Time | Speaker |
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4.30pm | Arrival and refreshments | |
5pm | Welcome and introductions | Professor George Talbot, Pro Vice-Chancellor |
5.10pm | Mental health and suicide prevention in education: a parent’s perspective | Mike Palmer, 3 Dads Walking |
5.20pm | Mental health and suicide prevention in education: reflections from a Director of Education and former head teacher | Ian Parry, Director of Education, Southport Learning Trust |
5.30pm | Suicide prevention in schools: insights from research and a Churchill Fellowship | Nina Smith, PhD Researcher, Edge Hill University |
5.50pm | Supporting mental health and suicide prevention in education: the Hub of Hope and Ambassador of Hope | Jake Mills, Chasing the Stigma |
6.05pm | Next steps for mental health and suicide prevention in schools | Dr Helen O’Keeffe, Pro Vice-Chancellor Professor Andy Smith, Centre Director Edge Hill University |
6.20pm | Questions | Professor Andy Smith, Centre Director Edge Hill University |
6.30pm | Close |
Content warning: please be advised that this session will discuss themes related to mental health and suicide which some attendees might find upsetting
Who is this event for?
Everyone
Teachers, tutors and careers advisers