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Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in Education

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When

Wednesday 13 November 2024

4.30pm - 6.30pm

Cost

Free

Where

Creative Edge Lecture Theatre, Creative Edge

Organiser

Education

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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

TimeTimeSpeaker
4.30pmArrival and refreshments 
5pmWelcome and introductionsProfessor George Talbot, Pro Vice-Chancellor
5.10pmMental health and suicide prevention in education: a parent’s perspectiveMike Palmer, 3 Dads Walking
5.20pmMental health and suicide prevention in education: reflections from a Director of Education and former head teacherIan Parry, Director of Education, Southport Learning Trust
5.30pmSuicide prevention in schools: insights from research and a Churchill FellowshipNina Smith, PhD Researcher, Edge Hill University
5.50pmSupporting mental health and suicide prevention in education: the Hub of Hope and Ambassador of HopeJake Mills, Chasing the Stigma
6.05pmNext steps for mental health and suicide prevention in schoolsDr Helen O’Keeffe, Pro Vice-Chancellor Professor Andy Smith, Centre Director Edge Hill University
6.20pmQuestionsProfessor Andy Smith, Centre Director Edge Hill University
6.30pmClose 

Who is this event for?

Everyone Teachers, tutors and careers advisers