On a crisp, sunny winter’s day in November 2024, 160 people with lived experience of poor mental health came together to celebrate mental health and mental health recovery. 40 young people (mental health ambassadors across Lanarkshire schools) came along and updated on their work, promoting good mental health and challenging stigma.
The day was opened by NHSL’s medical director. Our host (local radio DJ and mental health advocate Steve McKenna) moved us seamlessly through a day that included stories, song and laughter, discussion, workshops and reflection.
- 100% of people attending reported that they enjoyed the day
- 100% of people attending said the day met or exceeded their expectations
- 93% of people said they’d learned something new about Recovery
- 80% said the day had helped their own Recovery
What Does Recovery Mean to You?
“A path to help achieve happiness”
“Starting something beautiful, a new journey”
“Insight, a future, inclusion. Sharing a happier day”
“Learning how important you are”
“As young people, mental health can be daunting and difficult to talk about, but today broke down so many barriers. It helped me see the real-world importance. I heard the voices of people who were experiencing recovery, and the challenges they face. Talking about mental health in school feels theoretical. This is life.”
