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We describe ourselves as an organisation 'led by lived experience'.

This means we listen to our communities and speak up for positive change on issues relating to mental health and wellbeing.

We see people's mental health experiences as valuable forms of knowledge, and understanding these helps to inform what we do. Capturing and understanding people's experiences of distress, disability or using services is vital to ensure our organisation remains rooted in lived experience knowledge.

We can also use our collective knowledge to influence wider systems and public bodies, advocating for change in the environments and systems that cause and worsen poor mental health.

Anyone can be involved in our organisation, as we all have mental health. You do not need to have had used services, or identify as having experienced distress to contribute to our involvement projects.

Ways to get involved

Join the Forum

The Forum is a collaborative space to create change. Anyone is welcome join our monthly meetings and take part in discussions and action groups. Our mission is for ordinary people to be empowered to take action for better mental health in Calderdale. (18+)

Join the Suicide Prevention Network

The Suicide Prevention Network is a people's voice for suicide prevention in Calderdale. 
Anyone who cares about preventing suicide can join the Network and attend our quarterly meetings. We influence local strategy for preventing suicide and discuss ideas that can become actions to promote suicide prevention. The network is funded by Calderdale Council. (18+)

Become a Member

Become a member of Healthy Minds. Membership is open to people who care about our mission to improve the mental health of people in Calderdale, and want to help Healthy Minds thrive. Members are individuals and organisations who stay informed about our charity and influence our direction through consultation and voting at our Annual General Meeting.

Volunteer

Volunteer for Healthy Minds. At Healthy Minds, our volunteers are at the heart and soul of our mission. They're an extraordinary group of individuals who bring empathy, understanding, and a profound passion for mental health.

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