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Changing the narrative on suicide: the power of peer support 

World Suicide Prevention Day takes place on 10 September, and this year’s theme is encouraging us to challenge stigma, open up conversations and think differently about suicide prevention. 

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New Peer2Peer online toolbox supports the expansion of Scotland’s peer workforce

If you’re a group, organisation or service looking to enhance peer worker practice and help people new to peer roles build confidence and skills - then this is for you.

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Putting the Pieces Together: A Framework for Mental Health Peer Support

A new resource for people introducing new or developing peer support roles and services, or looking to enhance practice.

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Presentation: Transforming Scotland’s Mental Health System with Julie Repper

Another opportunity to watch Julie’s presentation, packed with insights into what enables meaningful change and the key factors that help overcome barriers.

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Film: Sowing and Growing: an evidence-based co-production model 

This short film features the acclaimed Sowing and Growing co-production model, sharing findings from an international study led by McMaster University in Canada.

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Celebrating 25 years of Mental Health Network Greater Glasgow

A new film and podcast mark 25 years of providing mental health support in Glasgow and the surrounding area.

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Welcoming the new Minister for Mental Wellbeing, Public Health, Sport, Alcohol and Drugs.

Scottish Recovery Network welcomes the return of Maree Todd MSP and looks forward to working together to keep lived experience and peer support at the heart of mental health transformation.

Minister ( at the time of photo) for Social Care, Mental Wellbeing and Sport.

Launching the Adaptable Outcome Map: 2 years of conversations and co-design

In this blog, our Evaluation and Policy Coordinator, Iona MacTaggart, explains why peer support evaluation matters and reflects on the co-creation of this new tool.

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In Conversation: new podcast series from Self-Harm Network Scotland

Self-Harm Network Scotland have launched a new podcast series, In Conversation, exploring self-harm and the particular barriers men can face in seeking support.

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Booking opens as Peer Connects events brochure launches for 2026/27!

It’s Mental Health Awareness week and we’re excited to launch a new programme of free Peer Connects learning events and webinars.

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