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For mental health and social change. Wales-based, working across the UK.
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Victoria Nunn
5 days ago
Among Epstein scandal, it's important to acknowledge research into the experiences of survivors given a āpersonality disorderā diagnosis This label can overshadow histories of sexual abuse. It silences, reframes harm as pathology and can cost lives
#MentalHealth
#SurvivorVoices
#TraumaInformed
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"This report shines a necessary light on the diagnosis of āpersonality disorderā. As the findings make starkly clear, this label often serves not as a gateway to support, but as a barrier to compassion." ā Alexis Quinn Survivor, psychotherapist, author and manager of the Restraint Reduction Network.
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The Hidden Harm of the Diagnosis of personality disorder report - Platfform
For over 35 years, across our projects and services, we have listened to peopleās experiences of the mental health system. Time and time again, weāve heard experiences where the mental health system c...
https://platfform.org/the-hidden-harm-of-the-diagnosis-of-personality-disorder-report/
5 days ago
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Our new report, āThe Hidden Harm of the diagnosis of personality disorderā, which will be launched at our sold-out event tomorrow, will call for change to the treatment of people given the diagnosis of personality disorder. The findings are hard-hitting ā but they arenāt new.
6 days ago
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This week, as part of WCVA Cymru's
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, we recognise the amazing work of the community groups and voluntary organisations who work alongside us to support people facing mental health challenges. Find out more about Platfform's community at
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8 days ago
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2026 could well be a year of change in Wales, and we hope it can be the year we look back on in the future, when real change in delivering better mental health services started.
@ewanhilton.bsky.social
, Platfform CEO reflects on glimmers of hope.
platfform.org/wellbeing/lo...
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Lots of looking forward - Platfform
As we hurtle through February, and the Christmas break becomes a fading distant memory, this is the time of the year when I do a little bit of looking back ā and lots of looking forward.
https://platfform.org/wellbeing/lots-of-looking-forward/
12 days ago
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Our event brings together leaders and changemakers from the public, private and voluntary sectors. It is a space for people in all sectors to explore how we can come together to help our communities thrive and build hope for the future. Join us š
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12 days ago
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Community matters for mental health. Our Wales Week London event explores how connection, relationships and shared purpose help people and communities thrive. š¤Join us on the River Thames for meaningful conversation and shared hope. Spaces are limited, register your interest:
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19 days ago
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š¢ Join our team in Torfaen as a floating support Case Worker. With your excellent communication skills, experience in a trauma informed role, and ability to focus on listening to lived experiences - you will help people to develop their confidence and skills to live independently. >>
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22 days ago
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š£Be part of theāÆcollaboration in driving our mission for positive change and social justice.āÆJoin us for an evening of conversations, connections and building communities of hope. šļø5th March, 6pm-9pm šLondon Register your interest
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#WWLDEG
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Join us online on 12 February to learn about 30 peopleās experience of the diagnosis and treatment of
#PersonalityDisorder
in our new report. Does the system work for the people itās meant to help? Find out more here:
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#mentalhealth
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The Hidden Harm of the Diagnosis of Personality Disorder
Platfform has spent two years hearing real stories from people who have received this diagnosis. This new report shows what we found.
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Ewan Hilton
about 1 month ago
We are recruitingTrustees to join out Board at
@platfform.org
- hear for our Chair Anne-Lousie and find all the information your need to understand more about eh role below šš»
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2026 is the year of fresh opportunities! Our work is expanding across the UK and as our trustee you will help us to think differently, do differently, and to challenge the status quo. Sounds exciting? Get in touch with
@ewanhilton.bsky.social
for a chat and read more
platfform.org/about-us/joi...
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The Housing Support Grant funds services that help keep people safe, and that funding needs protecting. Here's Kirsty's frank look into the reality of managing supported housing
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The diagnosis of personality disorder can hide peopleās experiences, and the distress that they are responding to. Weāve gathered peopleās stories of receiving this diagnosis so that the truth behind the label can be heard. Read Meganās story, and those of many others, here:
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2 months ago
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Last year, homelessness in Wales reached record numbers, so more people needed the support of housing and homelessness services. Like Keith, who was in temporary accommodation and facing mental health struggles when he was referred to us. (1/3)
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2 months ago
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Thank you to
@sarah4bridgend.bsky.social
for her supportive words on the Hangout projects, which we run alongside
@cavuhb.bsky.social
, and for her recent visits to both spaces, where she discussed the benefits of open-access mental health support with our staff and the young people there. (1/3)
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3 months ago
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Huge thanks to
@restraintreductionnetwork.org
for inviting
@jendaffin.bsky.social
to speak at their conference last week, and to Jess Matthews for joining us there to share her story. The diagnosis of personality disorder can function as a restraint, limiting peopleās power over their own lives.
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Platfform will always welcome trans people, whether you're accessing support, or joining us as a colleagues or volunteer. Community is a mental health intervention ā and that starts with a sense of belonging, and being welcomed for who you are by the people around you.
#transgenderawarenessweek
3 months ago
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Our trustee Chris brings 20 years of experience in the not-for profit and public sectors, including at senior leadership level. He shares why he values his trustee role at Platfform. Thank you for your care, insight and the support you bring Chris ā¤
#TrusteesWeek
#values
#leadership
#impact
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3 months ago
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Debbie Green has been volunteering as a trustee at Platfform for a while. This week she has reflected on what she enjoys about her role. Thank you for generously sharing your time and expertise to support our journey Debbie ā¤ļø
#TrusteesWeek
#values
#impact
#leadership
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3 months ago
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Excited to be at
@welshnhsconfed.bsky.social
annual conference today. Pop by our spot in the exhibition space and chat to David and Laurence about all things mental health š
#WelshConfed25
3 months ago
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Our Trustees help set the path for how we want the Platfform team to be ā our values of connectedness, compassion, curiosity, and bravery are how we support others, collaborate and work together.
#TrusteeWeek
#values
#impact
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3 months ago
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Association of Mental Health Providers
4 months ago
"We want a person-centred, recovery-oriented, and rights-based mental health system in Wales which provides the highest standard of care for all." Don't miss out on the Wales Alliance for Mental Health Manifesto launch š
#MentalHealth
#Wales
@mindcymru.bsky.social
@adferiad.org
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Looking forward to some great conversations
@welshnhsconfed.bsky.social
next Friday! You can also join us for a breakout session on holistic approaches, hearing people's stories for practical change, and how we can have hope for the future of mental health. Info:
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#WelshConfed25
4 months ago
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We all want a bright future for mental health in Wales, and the community bonds that help us to thrive together. So what do we need to see from political leadership to make it happen? Join us for the launch of the Wales Alliance for Mental Health Manifesto, 12/11, online. Details:
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4 months ago
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No Man's Land, a deeply moving performance by Kyle Stead, starts tonight at Park & Dare Theatre CF42 6NL, running until Sat 25 Oct. Tickets available from:
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- Supported by Platfform - Written by Rachel Trezise - Directed by Matthew Holmquist - Photography by Kirsten McTernan
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4 months ago
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A Disorder 4 Everyoneās 2025 online festival (7/11) is nearly here! Itās always a key date in the calendar for anyone and everyone interested in system change, better approaches to mental health, and challenging the narratives that shame us.
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A Disorder for Everyone's festival offers a whole day of change-making talks, presentations and conversations - all challenging the culture of diagnosis and disorder. Have a look at the programme and book on the link below ā¬ļø Please share! šļøFriday, 7 November 2025 š9:00 - 17:00 āOnline
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A Disorder for Everyone! - The Online Festival 2025
AD4E festival 2025: A whole day of change-making talks, presentations, conversations - all challenging the culture of diagnosis & disorder!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-disorder-for-everyone-the-online-festival-2025-tickets-1224759932929?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawNd0dRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHmz7yEY3njzKab26K4WUKSSEBJ3d338UjTVU47lgkzekbXqmBKHuljWvod6R_aem_qdD3rvtphQk7Ko5W88vqug
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No Man's Land, a gripping performance by Kyle Stead, starts today at the Sherman Theatre & we're delighted to support this incredible drama alongside the Arts Council of Wales. Platfform will be in the foyer tomorrow evening, Wed 15 Oct. Tickets: www.shermantheatre.co.ukand www.rct-theatres.co.uk
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We need to look for the things that unite us: common ground and shared experiences. People who engage with communities around them are more satisfied in life ā so letās extend that to as many people as we can. Join our mailing list to hear more our work:
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#worldmentalhealthday
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Platfform
Ewan Hilton
4 months ago
On
#WorldMentalHealthDay
this is what The Wales Alliance for Mental Health & young people we work with are asking the next Welsh Government - itās not just about the mental health system our Govt needs to end child poverty, address inequality & take a social justice approach to mental health
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As part of the Wales Alliance for Mental Health, we're calling on the next Welsh government to prioritise mental health. And, working closely alongside young people, we've built a manifesto for their futures. WAMH manifesto:
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YP Manifesto:
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#worldmentalhealthday
4 months ago
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Over a third of us in the UK struggle with our mental health, so readily available, open-access support is essential. Our Seibiant Sanctuary crisis support, and our Hangout drop-in for young people, are examples of this in action. Seibiant Sanctuary:
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The Hangout:
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4 months ago
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Tomorrow (Fri 10 Oct), as part of World Mental Health Day, come and find Mandy & Sarah at the Swansea Bay University Health Boardās free event - "Access to Services : Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies" - at the National Waterfront Museum. š
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4 months ago
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Platfform
Ewan Hilton
4 months ago
Exciting- congratulations to everyone who has made as a finalist
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We are delighted to be a finalist at the Social Business Wales Awards in the Social Enterprise of the Year Award category. We appreciate a recognition of the work our team deliver across the charity and social enterprise, demonstrating growth, sustainability, social impact, and leadership.
4 months ago
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Our hearts are with the Jewish community in Manchester and across the UK in the wake of the horrific attack yesterday. We're also sending our deepest condolences to the victims' friends and families, and those injured. (1/3)
5 months ago
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The Wonderfest is coming to the National Waterfront Museum in Swansea this Sunday 21/09, 12-4pmš¤©
#Swansea
#Wonderfest
#Festival
#YoungPeople
#YouthMentalHealthDay
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Platfform
ProMo Cymru
5 months ago
It was a pleasure to attend Wonderfest 2025 on Saturday, alongside Mind Our Future Gwent and Meic! š Over the Summer, weāve been working with
@platfform.org
to teach young people the basics of video production š„
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Platfform
Dr Jen Daffin
5 months ago
Community is a mental health intervention. Which is why weāre exploring trauma informed community development work here at
@platfform.org
The solutions to our mental health crisis are not within the NHS mental health systems gift to resolve. š
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At our Isolation to Inclusion event this week, project leads of our community projects demonstrated the healing power of community-led responses to the challenges within our mental health system. Subscribe here for latest news
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5 months ago
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Part of how we find hope and healing when facing difficulties with our mental health is through having our experiences, our traumas, heard and understood.
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Personality disorder diagnosis: people share real stories.
Real stories of personality disorder diagnosis. The label can hide true causes of distress; our emotions are a response to our circumstances.
https://platfform.org/system-change/truth-project/personality-disorder/
5 months ago
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The reasons suicide happens are complex, and to better understand and prevent suicide, we need to see the bigger picture. We need to understand how our society and circumstances contribute to experiences of overwhelm and distress.
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay
5 months ago
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Join us for a special event on Wed 17 Sept, 10am-2pm, at the Temple of Peace in Cardiff. Hear inspirational stories from those at the heart of Platfformās projects. We look at challenges within our mental health system & the strength of community-led responses. Book on Eventbrite š
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6 months ago
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We are sad to hear about the sudden death of Hefin David MS. Our thoughts and condolences go to the family and friends.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Hefin David, Welsh Labour politician and MS for Caerphilly, dies suddenly
Hefin David had been Member of the Senedd (MS) for Caerphilly since 2016.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq58j18w32no
6 months ago
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Hugely insightful commentary from Dr. Breaux Torres on how traditional charity structures interact with our ability to meaningfully be anti-racist. Weāre honoured to be cited as a charity taking a deep-rooted approach. We believe this is how you break the cycle of spiralling poor mental health.
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The Limits of Abolition in the Charity Sector by Dr. Ariel Breaux Torres ā JMB Consulting
Dr. Ariel Breaux Torres is US-licensed clinical and forensic psychologist, abolitionist, and passionate advocate for race equity and racial justice, taking a pro-Black approach to liberation. Priorā¦
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6 months ago
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Do you have experience of using digital psychological therapies? Your views and experiences are needed to help shape future digital mental health support offerings in Wales. Find out more and complete the survey:
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(via
@improvementcymru.bsky.social
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Help shape the future of digital psychological therapies in Wales
Were looking to hear from people in Wales about their awareness and experiences of digital psychological therapies.
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6 months ago
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We're building the team! Our person is a proactive team player, who has passion for working with people, experience of building credible working relationships and demonstrable skills in working with complex situations. ā”ļø Ā£35,700 per annum ā¤ļø Apply by 15th August
#charityjobs
#people
#belonging
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7 months ago
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Thank you to Ben Price at
@bbcwales.bsky.social
for highlighting voices of young people in the online safety debate. Ada, 12 said: āWhile the internet can be bad, there are also lot of positives that help you grow and understand things."
7 months ago
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The safeguards meant to protect minoritised ethnic communities from historically unequal treatment in the mental health system are currently still just a recommendation. Thatās not enough. The Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework must be made law.
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UK mental health law is failing racialised communities
The Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework must be adopted into legislation to reduce harm that people can receive from 'helping systems.'
https://platfform.org/news/mental-health-bill-racial-equality/
7 months ago
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