Chiamaka Okafor

Delving deeper into the policies outlined in party manifestos and what they might mean for the future of mental health in the UK.

David shares some of the things he has learnt about mental health from five books by LGBTQ+ authors.

Venus Madden tells us about her experiences of miscarriage and postnatal depression, as well as the impact of moving to the UK from Hong Kong as a teenager.

The Government can improve mental health by committing to a cross government mental health plan, embedding a mental health policy test and appointing a mental health commissioner.

Nick and Andy outline the need to move towards more compassionate language around benefits and call for a reform of the current benefits system.

"We feel targeted but have not experienced any (violence) first-hand because we would rather not leave home."

This World Suicide Prevention Day, Chris Frederick emphasises the critical need for more inclusive, culturally competent mental health services to address the mental health inequalities in Black communities.

Sandra Igwe reflects on the progress made towards better supporting the mental health of Black mothers and outlines the changes that still need to be made.

Penny East, External Relations Director at Think Ahead sits down with Thea to talk about the role of social workers in providing mental health support and how that often tends to be overlooked, both in policy and in public awareness.

The previous expulsion of French troops from the region saw countries invite and embrace alternative partners like Russia and China.