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Event

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

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When

Monday 30 June 2025

8.30am - 12.30pm

Cost

Free

Where

Foyer and Lecture Theatre , Faculty of Health, Social Care and Medicine

Organiser

Nursing and Midwifery

A student nurse sits at a table with a patient, who is drinking a cup of tea, and talks with them in a simulated home environment.

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.

Who is this event for?

Current staff Current students