Next month, from 10 – 21 November, we will be hosting our fifth Safeguarding Season: a time of prayer, reflection, training and worship.
This year, working in partnership with the Diocese of Carlisle, Every Life Matters, University of Cumbria and LOUDFence, we will be focusing on the tragic reality of suicide within Cumbria. New figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that suicide rates in parts of Cumbria are almost twice the national average.
As part of Safeguarding Season, free 1 hour Suicide Alertness Bitesize Training sessions will be delivered by Every Life Matters. The sessions are aimed at anyone who wants to understand more about suicide, how to know when someone may be having thoughts of suicide, how to talk directly and comfortably about suicide, and what we can all do to offer practical support. There are in person and online options available:
➡ In Person: Wednesday 12 and Thursday 20 November, at 9.15am, 11.15am, 1.15pm and 3.15pm
➡ Online: Monday 10 and Tuesday 18 November, at 9.15am, 11.15am, 1.15pm and 3.15pm
Spaces are limited; advance booking is essential to guarantee your place. Please click here to choose your preferred date, time and venue.
Suicide is a sensitive subject. We ask that participants have identified a suitable person to talk with during or after the training should the need arise. If not be aware Samaritans are free to talk to 24/7 on 116 123.
