ICYMI 📽️ Powerful STV News piece with @thomascarthur.bsky.social showcasing The Neuk Perth & Hillcrest Future's suicide prevention work. Peer Support Worker Kelly shares lived-experience insights & COO Wendy Given highlights funding challenges. news.stv.tv/v/calls-for-... #PeerSupportScot

💻The Future is Peer: opportunities & impact webinar 30 September, 10:00-11:00 This #PeerConnects webinar will arm you with evidence & insights help you champion the value of peer support with stakeholders, decision-makers, funders, local authorities, & beyond. opportunitiesimpact.eventbrite.co.uk

Peer supporters from across Scotland came together this week for our practice exchange. "The compassion fatigue workshop was amazing & I felt seen as I am currently going through exactly this, so it was great to discuss this with others who would understand" #PeerSupportScot #ILovePeerSupport

There's a few places left at our Creating Hope with Peer Support workshop delivered with Discovery College in the highlands. Want to build confidence & skills providing peer support to people affected by suicide? Join us on Mon, 22 Sept in Inverness🧡 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creating-h...

💡Inspiring day ahead at our #PeerConnects Peer Supporters Practice Exchange! Hearing from peer leaders driving change in Scotland: Paul Byrne, DVVA Maja Mitchell-Grigorjeva, Bipolar Scotland Donna Paterson-Harvie, Neil's Hugs Foundation Maggie Wright Families in Trauma and Recovery

Today we launch our partnership manifesto - Scotland’s Mental Health: It’s Time for Action. Mental health in Scotland is at breaking point. Together, we’re calling for urgent investment, prevention, & transformational change. Read 👉 www.smhp.scot/manifesto #MentalHealthScotland #ItsTimeForAction

🚨 Scotland’s mental health is in crisis & we need urgent action. Next week, as part of Scotland’s Mental Health Partnership, we launch Scotland’s Mental Health: It’s Time for Action, a manifesto calling on government to act with ambition, urgency and compassion. Follow for updates.

On #WorldSuicidePreventionDay we’re highlighting the vital role of peer support in suicide prevention: 🎟️ Book now: Peer Support–Creating Hope 📰 Guest blog: Holding Space for Distress 📽️ New What if Podcast from Suicide Prevention Scotland 👉 bit.ly/WSPD2025News #CreatingHopeTogether #WSPD2025

Peer support has a vital role to play in suicide prevention. Nic, Founder & Co-organiser of Living Warriors Project shares their experiences of setting up a peer support group in Edinburgh for survivors of attempted suicide. 📽️ youtu.be/5PaQB5Y1En8?... #WSPD2025 #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

We support @alliancescot.bsky.social #MoreThanWords campaign for a right to communication for all. Look out for our Projects Officer Lesley at Scottish Parliament today as we support the call for urgent action. More campaign info www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo... #CommunicationForAll

Booking for our national event opens next week in our #WMHD2025 newsletter! Peer Support 🧡 Creating Hope 11 Nov, Stirling Together we'll celebrate & share 3 years of progress & explore what’s next for peer support in suicide prevention in Scotland. 🔗 scottishrecovery.net/newsletter-s...

It's #NationalWellbeingWeek & our teacups are a great way to get conversations about wellbeing started. You could say they encourage curiosi-tea! ☕️Download scottishrecovery.net/resources/re... ☕️Keep the chat going & order hard copy versions (Scotland only) scottishrecovery.net/contact/

Peer Supporters Network Gathering 3 September, 1-3pm Dundee Join DVVA at the beautiful @samhscotland.bsky.social Chrysalis Project, Dawson Park community garden in Broughty Ferry, for a chance to connect with others passionate about peer support. eventbrite.co.uk/e/peer-suppo... #PeerSupportScot

🤩Check out our #PeerConnects webinar series which starts at the end of September! Join us for 60 minutes of peer support ideas & inspiration to kick-start your day! Oh & bring a sarnie! 🥪 Book via our new webinar brochure👇 heyzine.com/flip-book/9c... #PeerSupport #MentalHealth #Recovery

Our September newsletter is out! 🧩Launch of Peer Connects webinar series 🧩Navigating Discomfort in the Peer Relationship free practice guide & short film 🧩Rebalancing Scotland's Mental Health System - our response to HSCS Committee call for views on mental health spending bit.ly/NewsSept2025

Our response to the Health, Social Care and Sport Committee's call for views makes it clear: mental health spending in Scotland is out of balance. Read the full response here 👇 scottishrecovery.net/rebalancing-...

🛋️Blog- What Scott Gallagher of Wheatley Care did next! You’ve completed the Making Peer Practical programme, built connections, shared insights, & earned your certificate but what’s next? Here's how one person is making a HUGE difference! ➡️ scottishrecovery.net/making-peer-... #PeerSupportScot

If you didn't get the chance to read this important @neilmackay.bsky.social piece in @heraldscotland.bsky.social ‬on Sunday then take a look over your morning ☕️ 'It is apocalyptic': Scotland's entire care service faces collapse www.heraldscotland.com/news/2539561...

🗞️Our newsletter is out next week & has a free practice guide: Navigating Discomfort in the Peer Relationship. We'll also share our response to Health, Social Care & Sport Committee pre-budget scrutiny on mental health spending -2026-27. Lots of events too! scottishrecovery.net/newsletter-s...

Free #TuesdayTools 🧰 Creating Safe Spaces, Peer Support Practice Guide The first in a series of 4 guides with practical tips based on the experiences of peer supporters, groups & services across Scotland. Download heyzine.com/flip-book/a1... #PeerSupport #MentalHealth #Recovery #LivedExperience

ICYMI our latest newsletter is out & it's an events bonanza! "I am blown away coming to these events & feeling empowered by it. It has a ripple effect"🤩 Read it here bit.ly/Aug25News #MentalHealth #Recovery #LivedExperience #PeerConnects #PeerSupportScot #PeerSupport

On 2 September we're Creating Hope with Peer Support in Edinburgh🧡 Join us for a free practical workshop to build your confidence & skills in providing peer support with people affected by suicide. Book👇 creatinghopewithpeersupportinedinburghworkshop.eventbrite.co.uk #SuicidePreventionScotland

🛋️Blog - What Scott Gallagher of Wheatley Care did next! You’ve completed the Making Peer Practical programme, built connections, shared insights, & earned your certificate but what’s next? Here's how one person is making a HUGE difference! ➡️ scottishrecovery.net/making-peer-... #PeerSupportScot

Peer Supporters practice exchange 16 September, Glasgow Join us, DVVA, Bipolar Scotland & Neil's Hugs Foundation to deepen your practice & connect with other Peer Supporters as together we build a thriving peer support community across the country! peersupporterspracticeexchange.eventbrite.co.uk

Our latest newsletter is out & it's an events bonanza! "I am blown away coming to these events & feeling empowered by it. It has a ripple effect"🤩 Read it here bit.ly/Aug25News #MentalHealth #Recovery #LivedExperience #PeerConnects #PeerSupportScot #PeerSupport

"The support I got was minimal...it was peer support that got me through." Nic, Founder of Living Warriors Project, shares their journey of creating a peer support group for survivors of attempted suicide. 🎥Full film in our newsletter later this week: Sign up here bit.ly/ScotRecovery...

Today marks #SamaritansAwarenessDay, a time where we recognise @samaritans.bsky.social's work to support people going through mental health crises. If you are struggling with anything at all, do not hesitate to reach out. https://loom.ly/MVbuybs

Please share🧩 Creating Safe Spaces Peer Support Practice Guide 1 The first in a series of four guides with practical tips based on the experiences of peer supporters, groups & services across Scotland. heyzine.com/flip-book/a1... #PeerSupportScot #MentalHealth #SuicidePreventionScotland

Are you an org/service in Perth & Kinross providing peer support? The Growing Peer Support Conversation Café is a chance to come together & meet! Join us on 8 September as we explore the possibilities a peer network could offer in the region. growingpeersupportconversationcafe.eventbrite.co.uk

🌟Our August newsletter drops next week! Its jam-packed with free opportunities to be part of growing #PeerSupport for #MentalHealth #Recovery in Scotland! Receive the newsletter straight to your inbox ⬇️ scottishrecovery.net/newsletter-s... #TheFutureIsPeer #PeerSupportScot #LivedExperience

Time & Space open day, 18 August in Glasgow. An open invitation for anyone who experiences hearing voices, or self harm, anyone who supports people with these experiences or with an interest in finding out more about the Time and Space services. Email [email protected] for more info.

Enter the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival’s 2025 writing competition with new writing inspired by mental health & the theme of ‘Comfort & Disturb’. Closes 4 August. www.mhfestival.com/2025/05/smha... #SMHAF2025 #MentalHealth #Recovery

Looking to build confidence & skills in providing peer support to people affected by suicide? Our Creating Hope with #PeerSupport Workshop is coming to Edinburgh, The Highlands & Renfrewshire in Sept/Oct. More information bit.ly/3GPtVcI #SuicidePreventionScotland

📌Bipolar Scotland Peers Together Impact Report "What makes it unique is the lived experience part. It creates a really safe space. People open up in a way they often can't with professionals or even family" bipolarscotland.org.uk/the-power-of... #PeerSupportScot #MentalHealth #Recovery

The Peer Recovery hub is full of free tools, events & opportunities to inspire you to develop & champion #PeerSupport for #MentalHealth #Recovery! It’s a space where we share learning from people delivering peer support activities, to help you do the same. scottishrecovery.net/peer-support/

Free Practice Guide - Creating Safe Spaces! The first in a series of four practice guides with practical tips, based on the experiences of peer supporters, groups & services across Scotland. scottishrecovery.net/resources/cr... #PeerSupport #MentalHealth #Recovery

👉 Our July newsletter is out & includes: - Bipolar Scotland Peers Together Impact Report - Growing Peer Support in Perth & Kinross: 8 Sept - Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival writing competition - Creating Hope with Peer Support workshops & more bit.ly/JulyNews2025 #PeerSupportScot #MHScot

It's Lunch, Learn & Connect today w/ the fab folks piloting & refreshing our Peer2Peer learning programme. We can't wait to share the next chapter for Peer2Peer - a firm fav w/ people interested in developing & delivering peer support. Watch this space! #PeerSupportScot #MentalHealth #Recovery

👉 12 things that need to be in place for a peer workforce to flourish Lived experience roles are an integral part of a recovery focused mental health workforce. How can this be developed & what is needed for lived experience roles to succeed? medium.com/@ScottishRec...

ICYMI our June newsletter is out & includes 'Creating Safe Spaces' the first of 4 free #PeerSupport practice guides. ➡️ bit.ly/JuneNews2025 #PeerSupportScot #MentalHealth #CreatingHopeTogether #SuicidePreventionScotland

🧩Peer support: getting started 17 Jun, 10-12:30 Online, free Join us for an intro session exploring the foundations of peer support. Practical tips, free resources, & examples to help you get started on your peer support journey! peersupportgettingstarted.eventbrite.co.uk #PeerSupportScot

Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival are calling for applications for their Regional Participatory Arts Fund with a focus on #Dundee & #Aberdeen. This year's festival theme is Comfort & Disturb. mhfestival.com/2025/05/call... (Closes 18 June 2025). #MentalHealth #Recovery #SMHAF2025

🧩 A few free places left at the Creating Hope with Peer Support workshop next week (17 Jun) in #Dundee Join us to explore why peer support has a vital role to play in suicide prevention as we develop ideas, share experiences & strengthen our knowledge. chpsdundeejune2025.eventbrite.co.uk

Happy Pride Month! This month, we honour the strength, love, & resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community. #PrideMonth brings people together. It reminds us that when we show up for each other with compassion, understanding, & support, we create spaces where mental health & wellbeing can flourish.

This #VolunteersWeek, we're celebrating our incredible peer volunteers who generously share their time & lived experiences to support others. Your impact is powerful. Thank you for the vital role you play in strengthening #MentalHealth systems around the world🧡 #PeerSupport

Thinking of starting a peer support group in Scotland? 🧩Peer support: getting started 17 June, 10-12:30 Online, free Join us for an introductory session with Q&A, exploring the basics of peer support. peersupportgettingstarted.eventbrite.co.uk #PeerConnects #PeerSupportScot #MentalHealth

Creating Safe Spaces - new free practice guide! The first in a series of four short practice guides, developed as part of the Creating Hope with Peer Support suicide prevention project, but valuable to anyone working in #MentalHealth #Peersupport. heyzine.com/flip-book/a1... #CreatingHopeTogether

We've signed up to @alliancescot.bsky.social #CommunicationForAll campaign - because communication is about more than just words. www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo...

Our June newsletter is out & includes 'Creating Safe Spaces', the first of 4 free #PeerSupport practice guides. Full of advice & tips based on the experiences of peer supporters, groups & services across Scotland. bit.ly/JuneNews2025 #PeerSupportScot #CreatingHopeTogether

See Me Scotland blog 🧡 Feniks CEO Magda Czarnecka talks about the impact of #PeerSupport in the Polish community. "We’d love to continue the peer support model. It works. But more than anything, we want to hold onto this truth: people heal in connection" seemescotland.medium.com/community-is...