At S.H.E. UK, supporting mental health isn’t just part of the work we do with survivors, it’s something we actively nurture within our team too. That’s why we’re proud to share that five members of our team have recently completed Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training, equipping them with the tools to support mental wellbeing in the workplace and beyond.

This training enables our team to:
- Spot the early signs of mental health challenges
- Offer immediate, non-judgemental support
- Signpost individuals to the right professional help
- Champion open, honest conversations about mental health

Mental health support is vital, especially in an environment where we are working with individuals who have experienced trauma. Being able to look after each other as a team is essential to sustaining the work we do.

In addition to the five team members who are now MHFA trained, Rachael and Lisa will also be undertaking full MHFA accreditation, ensuring we have even more experienced mental health advocates across the organisation.

We’ve also taken steps to ensure everyone in our space knows support is available. Posters are being displayed throughout the building to remind staff, volunteers, and visitors that it’s okay to speak up, and that we’re here to listen.

This training is just one part of our wider commitment to wellbeing, resilience, and trauma-informed practice, for our clients, our staff, and our wider community.

💙 If you or someone you know is struggling, please don’t stay silent. Talk to someone.