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Supporting People Experiencing Distress

No. 3 in our series of 4 guides with practical tips based on the experiences of peer supporters, groups & services across Scotland.

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#PeerSupportScot #CreatingHopeTogether #SuicidePreventionScotland
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💭 What does it take to make peer support a lasting part of suicide prevention in Scotland?

Our Curious Listeners sat down with @thomascarthur.bsky.social and Councillor Paul Kelly to explore the actions we can take together.

#CreatingHopeTogether #PeerSupportScot
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November 11, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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We’re now in workshops and discussing the learning in our Creating Hope with Peer Support guides 💡

Download our free practice guide for yourself here 👇 bit.ly/CHPSPeerPower

#CreatingHopeTogether #PeerSupportScot #SuicidePrevention
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November 11, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Our new film - The Power of Peer Support in Suicide Prevention — is now on the big screen 📽️💜

Watch along with us 👇
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#CreatingHopeTogether #PeerSupportScot #SuicidePrevention
The Power of Peer Support in Suicide Prevention
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November 11, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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We’re live at Peer Support Creating Hope — an event celebrating the power of peer support in suicide prevention 💚

Today we’re hearing from inspiring groups like The Hive Kirkcaldy, Neil’s Hugs Foundation, and The Neuk Perth about how connection creates safety and belonging.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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Tomorrow is our national event in Stirling!

We'll be launching the Creating Hope with Peer Support report which marks the first 3 years of the project & the people who make it possible.

Get it direct 👉 inbox bit.ly/ScotRecoveryNews

#CreatingHopeTogether #SuicidePrevention
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November 10, 2025 at 10:27 AM
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📩Our November newsletter is out & features:

🧩Creating Hope with Peer Support heads to Shetland!
🧩Lived experience leadership in health & social care resources
🧩Peer support, real voices, real impact playlist

& lots more..

Read it here bit.ly/NovNews25

#MentalHealth #Recovery #PeerSupport
November 7, 2025 at 9:09 AM
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🔔 Make sure to set a YouTube notification for:

The Power of Peer Support in Suicide Prevention
A new film premiering on Tues 11 Nov at 13:30!

We were asked by Suicide Prevention Scotland to collaborate on a film that showcases the vital role of peer support in suicide prevention. 1/2..
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November 5, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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🧩A week today at our national event we launch a new report marking:

Creating Hope with Peer Support
3 years of peer power in suicide prevention

Sign up & get it straight to your inbox!

📥https://bit.ly/ScotRecoveryNews

#CreatingHopeTogether
#SuicidePreventionScotland
#PeerSupport
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November 4, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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Set up and ready to go for our #PeerConnects Transforming Mental Health in Scotland event in Edinburgh today! - Well done team 😘

All we need is our fantastic participants who ALWAYS bring their knowledge, ideas & expertise🧡

#MentalHealth #Recovery
#LivedExperience #PeerSupport
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November 4, 2025 at 10:55 AM
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🌟 Transforming Scotland's Mental Health System

An exciting day ahead at our #PeerConnects event w/ Julie Repper, CEO at Imroc, a lived experience-led charity.

Together we'll explore what a transformed mental health system in Scotland looks like, & how we get there?

We'd love to hear your views 👇
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November 4, 2025 at 9:11 AM
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Please share🧩

Supporting People Experiencing Distress

No. 3 in our series of 4 guides with practical tips based on the experiences of peer supporters, groups & services across Scotland.

heyzine.com/flip-book/91...

#PeerSupportScot #CreatingHopeTogether #SuicidePreventionScotland
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November 3, 2025 at 11:06 AM
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#PeerSupport: Eureka Moment!

We're sharing a series of short films w/ important insights from peer leaders from across Scotland & beyond.

We asked Agnes Donnachie, Families In the Know Inverclyde...What does peer support mean to you?

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#GlobalPeerSupportersCelebrationDay
Peer Support:The Eureka Moment!
YouTube video by Scottish Recovery Network
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October 28, 2025 at 6:24 AM
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We've a couple more insights to add to the #GlobalPeerSupportersCelebrationDay playlist this week📽️

We asked Kelly Laing, Peer Support Network Coordinator
Fife Voluntary Action...

What would success feel like for people in peer roles?

youtu.be/bJciUKgXt4I?...

#GPSCD #Recovery #PeerSupport
What would success feel like for people in peer roles?
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October 23, 2025 at 8:34 AM
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#Renfrewshire

Want to build confidence & skills providing peer support to people affected by suicide?

We're partnering @engage-ren.bsky.social to facilitate a 1 day Creating Hope with Peer Support workshop.

🗓️30 October, 10-16:00, Free

Book👉 chpsrenfrewshire.eventbrite.co.uk

#SuicidePrevention
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October 20, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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It's #GlobalPeerSupportersCelebrationDay🎉

To mark the day we're sharing a series of short films with important insights from peer leaders.

We asked Callum, Peer Worker @changemh.org ...

What kind of support do peer leaders need?

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#PeerSupport #MentalHealth #Recovery
What kind of support do peer leaders need?
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October 16, 2025 at 7:58 AM
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#GlobalPeerSupportersCelebrationDay 16 October 🎉

We asked Jeanette Allan, Lead North Ayrshire Wellbeing & Recovery College...

What would success feel like for people in peer roles?

youtu.be/UOdDmvMLwFU?...

#GPSCD #PeerSupport #MentalHealth #Recovery
What would success feel like for people in peer roles?
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October 15, 2025 at 11:54 AM
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#GlobalPeerSupportersCelebrationDay 16 October🎉

We asked Jamie Stewart, Peer Support Worker
@nhstayside.bsky.social...

What would success feel like for people in peer roles?

youtu.be/yWWfiwGu3dc?...

#GPSCD #PeerSupportScot #MentalHealth #Recovery #LivedExperience
What would success feel like for people in peer roles?
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October 14, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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Want to connect with others interested in the role of lived experience & community-based peer support in suicide prevention?

1 week until the Glasgow Creating Hope with Peer Support learning & networking event: 21 Oct, 10:00-12:30

Book 👇

creatinghopewithpeersupportlearnandnetwork.eventbrite.co.uk
Creating Hope with Peer Support: Glasgow learning & networking event
Are you interested in the role of lived experience and community based peer support in suicide prevention?
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October 14, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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#GlobalPeerSupportersCelebrationDay 16 October🎉

We asked Donna Paterson-Harvie, Founder of Neil's Hugs Foundation...

What kind of support do peer leaders need from the NHS, organisations or the government?

youtu.be/Ng9SdUQt76M?...

#GPSCD #MentalHealth #Recovery
#LivedExperience #PeerSupport
We Can't Do It Alone: Relationships and Funding are Key
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October 13, 2025 at 11:27 AM
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It's #MemberMonday so this is a big thank you to all our members who share their time, energy and stories to make change. If you're interested in joining VOX, we have a range of memberships and all are FREE! Find out more voxscotland.org.uk/sign-up/
October 13, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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🌎Blog: #WorldMentalHealthDay

Building Strong Peer Workforces for Mental Health Support in Emergencies

"Peer workers can offer something profoundly different in those moments: empathy, authenticity & hope grounded in lived experience"

👉 bit.ly/WMHDPeerSupp...

#WMHD25 #PeerSupport #MentalHealth
Building Strong Peer Workforces for Mental Health Support in Emergencies
This World Mental Health Day 2025 highlights access to mental health support during crises, including natural disasters and emergencies…
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October 9, 2025 at 11:55 PM
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🌟We're hiring!

Communications Officer
FT 37.5 hours
£34,043 – £38,824
Closes 17 October 2025

Are you passionate about bringing people, services & organisations together to create a mental health system powered by lived experience?

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We're looking for a Communications Officer to join our team! - Scottish Recovery Network
Are you passionate about bringing people, services and organisations together to create a mental health system powered by lived experience.
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October 8, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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#GlobalPeerSupportersCelebrationDay 16 Oct🎉

We asked Paul Byrne, Peer Recovery Development Worker,
DVVA..

What advice would you give to peer leaders trying to influence change in systems that still struggle to recognise lived experience as valid expertise?

youtu.be/ZFIQ09R1lFo?...

#GPSCD
Mental Health Amplifying Voices for Systems Change
YouTube video by Scottish Recovery Network
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October 8, 2025 at 10:35 AM
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#GlobalPeerSupportersCelebrationDay
16 October🎉

We asked Maya Mitchell-Grigorjeva from Bipolar Scotland..

What advice would you give to peer leaders who are trying to influence change in systems that still struggle to recognise lived experience as valid expertise?

youtu.be/I244a-bAj0g?...

#GPSCD
Peer Leaders Influence Change by Sharing Your Impact
YouTube video by Scottish Recovery Network
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October 7, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Peer Support in Moray Showcase
Thursday 9 October
12:00- 13:00 OR 18:00-19:00
Online

Join us for an inspiring online session showcasing the impact of local peer support across the Moray community.

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Book Now – Peer Support in Moray Showcase – Zoom
Peer Support in Moray Showcase – Zoom, Multiple dates and times - Discover the Power of Peer Support in Moray Join us for an inspiring session showcasing the impact of local peer support across our co...
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October 6, 2025 at 1:46 PM