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Harmless & The Tomorrow Project
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The Centre of Excellence for Self Harm and Suicide Prevention.
Mental Health Service based in Nottingham, UK
www.harmless.org.uk
No one wishes for a food parcel at Christmas, but thousands of people will need one. As we move into the festive period, this week’s blog – prepared by our friends at @TrussellUK – offers practical guidance on how to access support.
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Accessing a Food Bank - Harmless
This winter, tens of thousands of people will need an emergency food parcel from a food bank in the Trussell community – many for the first time. This week’s blog has been supplied by Trussell to provide practical information for accessing support. If you find yourself needing to visit a food bank, getting support is […]
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November 28, 2025 at 8:00 AM
This #FuelPovertyAwarenessDay, we’re shining a light on a hidden crisis. Fuel poverty affects mental health, dignity and futures – no one should have to choose between warmth and wellbeing. Read more here: harmless.org.uk/fuel-poverty...
Fuel Poverty Awareness Day: Shining a Light on a Hidden Crisis - Harmless
By Hemali Parekh (Project Worker – Social, Housing and Financial Support) Wednesday 26th November is Fuel Poverty Awareness Day – an important reminder of the ongoing energy crisis that has affected millions of households over the past four years. While many of us take warm homes and hot meals for granted, this basic need is […]
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November 26, 2025 at 9:30 AM
November 26, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Join us next Tuesday for CPD-accredited online training on Gypsy, Roma & Traveller Self Harm & Suicide Prevention. Endorsed by Friends, Families & Travellers, it offers vital insight to support people, reduce stigma & save lives: bit.ly/48ykGZk
November 25, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Explore expert-led insight at #HarmToHope, the National Self Harm & Suicide Prevention Conference on 27 Feb. Hear from leading academics and practitioners, gain practical skills in interactive workshops, and leave ready to make real change. Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/from-harm-...
November 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM
A massive thank you to the incredible Liberty Singers choir! They have not only helped us raise vital funds but also generously gifted a beautiful hamper of goodies to our hardworking Harmless teams. Your kindness lifts our spirits! ❤️
#SundaySpotlight
November 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Talking about suicide loss isn’t easy, but it matters. Our colleague Megan shares how grief, stigma & isolation affect those left behind – and how conversation can be a lifeline. On #SurvivorsOfSuicideLossDay, let’s create safe spaces to heal. 👇
#NoOneLeftBehind

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Why We Talk Openly About Suicide Loss - Harmless
By Megan Dooley (Training & Education Officer) At the Academy at Harmless, we deliver suicide bereavement training. It’s a session that covers the emotional and physical symptoms of grief, the impact of stigma on those left behind, and how to provide effective emotional and practical support to anyone impacted after a loss through suicide. It’s […]
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November 22, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Construction workers are almost four times more likely to die by suicide than the national average. We were at London Build 2025 this week, making the connections that could help save lives. For info on our life-saving training, visit harmless.org.uk/training/
November 21, 2025 at 10:30 AM
On Transgender Day of Remembrance, we stand with the trans community, recognising the unique challenges it faces and committing to fight for a world where no trans person loses their life to suicide. 👇
#NoOneLeftBehind

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Transgender Day of Remembrance - Harmless
By Laura Hughes (Clinical Manager) Today (20th November) marks Transgender Day of Remembrance. This day has been observed annually since 1999, in memory of all trans people who have died as a result of transphobia. Harmless and The Tomorrow Project provide life-saving self harm, suicide crisis and suicide bereavement support, so today we are particularly […]
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November 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM
November 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Join us for #HarmToHope 2026: The National Self Harm & Suicide Prevention Conference – a powerful day of learning and collaboration. Featuring expert speakers and leading academics, together we'll explore strategies and start change-making conversations: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/from-harm-...
November 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Huge thanks to everyone involved in this year’s Henry’s Match. The 7th annual fundraiser in memory of Henry Campbell raised £5,500 – taking their total donations to Harmless & The Tomorrow Project to over £15,000. For more info, visit: localgiving.org/fundraising/...

#SundaySpotlight
November 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Not all battles leave visible scars... This week's blog sheds light on the unseen realities of living with a serious mental illness – and why compassion matters.
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The Battles You Can’t See: Living with Invisible Mental Illness - Harmless
By Helen Birch (Training & Education Officer) Our blog today is informed by my sister’s experiences of living with serious mental illness; she has bravely chosen to give full consent for her experiences to be shared, as she hopes that this will allow people to truly see the realities faced by many people on a […]
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November 14, 2025 at 8:30 AM
November 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM
We were thrilled to attend the recent Derbyshire Freemasons’ Community Awards where Lisa & Eleanor were honoured to receive an award and a £1,000 donation for our work supporting the community. Huge thanks to all involved and the Alfreton Lodge for nominating us! #SundaySpotlight
November 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM
For this week's blog, our colleague Helen writes about attending a recent outreach event in Stevenage, the critical importance of postvention and how small conversations can make a big difference 👇
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Showing Up for Communities: Reflections from Stevenage - Harmless
By Helen Birch (Training & Education Officer) Recently, I had the privilege of stepping out of the training room and into the heart of the community. I travelled to Stevenage to take part in a powerful community awareness event organised by The Samaritans, and it was another reminder of exactly why I do this work. […]
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November 7, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Join our new Choir for Hope! Harmless invites you to sing, connect and heal – no experience necessary. The choir will offer a safe, daytime space for anyone touched by mental distress. Find out more & express your interest: bit.ly/4ohVcVH
Join Our Choir for Hope – A New Supportive Space - Harmless
Harmless is launching a brand-new support offer – and we’d love for you to be part of it! We’re creating a Choir for Hope, a unique opportunity to come together, sing and connect under the expert guidance of renowned choirmaster Kari Olsen-Porthouse from The Liberty Singers, alongside our own experienced and compassionate team. This isn’t […]
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November 6, 2025 at 2:20 PM
November 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Heartfelt thanks to Chris Ward, Managing Director of CDA Domestic Appliances, who visited the office last week to present us with a cheque. Chris raised an incredible £3,000 for our life-saving services by running the Robin Hood Half Marathon dressed as a fridge! #SundaySpotlight
November 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Harmless is seeking participants for a new research project on ADHD, self harm and suicidality. If you would like to be involved in helping to shine a light on an issue that’s been hidden for far too long, you can find out more here 👇

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Research Participants Required: ADHD, Self Harm and Suicidality - Harmless
By Chloe Webster-Harris (Research Project Coordinator) When people think of ADHD, they often picture a fidgety schoolboy who can’t sit still. But ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is so much more than that. It’s a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention, focus, energy levels, and emotions. And for many people, especially adults, it’s something that […]
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October 31, 2025 at 8:30 AM
October 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Calling all undergraduates, graduates and postgraduates! Want to present a poster of your work at the 11th National Self Harm & Suicide Prevention Conference 2026? Submit your proposal now – those accepted gain free conference admission: www.surveymonkey.com/r/LQYJFJJ
October 28, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Today is Henry’s Match, held in memory of Henry James Campbell, who died by suicide in 2018. Huge thanks to everyone supporting this annual event, which has raised thousands for our services. Kick-off 3pm at Bingham Town FC. You can also support here: tinyurl.com/5d7uf74p
October 26, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Working remotely in an emotionally demanding field can sometimes feel isolating. For this week's blog, our colleague Megan explains how our training team shares a digital coffee – a no-agenda virtual catch up to decompress, connect and share the load.
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Digital Coffee and the Quiet Weight of Remote Work - Harmless
By Megan Dooley (Training & Education Officer) I work remotely in suicide prevention. However, I am not client-facing – I work as a Training and Education Officer. The role has many different parts, but at its core, my team and I deliver training sessions (in person and online) teaching people about the complexities of suicidality, […]
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October 24, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Join us online on Tuesday for our new course in Menopause, Mental Health & Suicide Prevention. Learn to support yourself and others, break stigma and spot signs before they escalate. Let’s empower, connect and save lives together.
Book now: tinyurl.com/yc88ncrj
October 23, 2025 at 7:00 AM