# data[].attributes.body
They YLAB is going from strength to strength. Pease welcome our latest new members Maryam, Aisha, Mia, Emily, Ania and Harley 😁

# data[].attributes.body
Meddwl Ymlaen/Mind our Future have received £3000 of funding from the New Leaders award. The YLAB are leading the way and are currently working on ideas on how to spend the funds. The plan will then be to go out and create some media content specific to the project. 😊

# data[].attributes.body
Hey everyone, great website designing workshop last night.

We would like to thank all the young people who attended and participated with discussions on the different layouts, colour schemes, navigation and contents of different websites. It was great for everyone to have open discussions around what makes a website look good and feel good to different people.

# data[].attributes.body
The Mind Our Future Project is a lottery-funded project about bringing young people together to take the lead in designing mental health support in Wrexham and Flintshire. We are working with young people from 11 to 25 through project groups, events and online forums. You can join us and get involved by going to our webpage https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091655834712 or texting 07789724133.

# data[].attributes.body
Hi Everyone, here is the video that highlight what happened in this session. The session took place on the 10th November in Alyn Waters. Sorry it took so long to make the video.

# data[].attributes.body
Hey Everyone, here is the third and final video that highlight what happened in this workshop. This workshop had taken place in YourSpace Wrexham. Just want to say a big thank you to everyone that helped out and organised these workshops.

# data[].attributes.body
Hey Everyone, here is the second video of the 3 workshops that highlight what happened. This workshop had taken place at Moneypenny Wrexham. Thank you to all that have attended and thank you to those that organised it.

# data[].attributes.body
Hey Everyone, we wanted to say a thank you to the YPEG members for all their input on the project so far.

Massive congratulations to Ryan, Alana, Reuben, Emma who received their certificates and vouchers at the pizza party. For those who could not attend we have your rewards in safe keeping. We look forward to handing out the rest of the rewards when we next see you :

# data[].attributes.body
Hi everyone,

Here is a video from the Pizza party to see what the YPEG have been up to and there will be more that you can get involved

# data[].attributes.body
Hey Everyone, here is the first of the 3 workshop videos that highlight about the day. This video is the Wilderness workshop that had taken place at Halkyn Castle Woods

# data[].attributes.headline
Partnership OneDrive created and shared!

# data[].attributes.subject
Partnership OneDrive created and shared!

# data[].attributes.body
If you or your team need access and have not received an email from Karlos inviting you to access it, please email Karlos@theventure.wales

# data[].attributes.body
Bore da pawb!
It's World Mental Health Day today.. a reminder to take a moment for yourself and to look out for others ❤️

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
World Mental Health Day (10 Oct) is a day to talk about mental health and show everyone that mental health matters. It's also a day to let people know that it's okay to ask for help, no matter what you're going through.

As the theme of World Mental Health Day highlights, 'mental health is a universal human right'. That's why at Mental Health Foundation, we're dedicated to addressing the inequalities in mental health and working towards good mental health for all, not just for some. Read more below.

This year, over 260,000 people have had a Tea & Talk for World Mental Health Day - raising vital funds for mental health! Every donation supports our life-changing work and brings us closer to a world with good mental health for all.
Donate now

Share on social media, at work, or in your community

Join us in raising awareness about mental health on social media by following us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn. Download images to share on social media or a poster to print:

Whether you wore your green ribbon to show your support, held a Tea & Talk, or got involved another way - we want to hear from you!

Share a photo of what you've been up to on Instagram and tag us at @mentalhealthfoundation.

We know that mental health is a universal human right. But despite this, some groups face more barriers to good mental health than others.

Inequalities in mental health lead to certain groups facing disproportionately higher rates of mental health issues.

This needs to be urgently addressed. And that's why we focus our research, policy & advocacy work, and programmes on the groups most affected. This includes families, young people, people with long-term health conditions, and refugees and asylum seekers.

We drive change towards a mentally healthy society for all, and support communities, families and individuals to live mentally healthier lives.

With prevention at the heart of what we do, we aim to find and address the sources of mental health problems so that people and communities can thrive.
Learn more

Talking about your mental health

1. Choose someone you trust to talk to

This might be a friend, family member or a colleague. Or you might be more comfortable talking to someone you don't know, for example, through a support helpline. It can help to do a pros and cons list about talking to someone.

2. Think about the best place to talk

It's important to choose a place where you feel comfortable enough to open-up. You might want to choose somewhere private where you're less likely to be disturbed. You also might want to talk while you do an activity, like walking together.

3. Prepare yourself for their reaction

Hopefully, you will have a good experience when you open-up to someone. But there's a chance that they may not react in the way you hope. This may be for different reasons, like they may be worried or not fully understand at first. If that's the case, try to give them time to process what you've told them. It might help to give them information to read to help them understand. And don't forget to be kind to yourself and practise self-care.

Talking to someone about their mental health

1. Find a good space to talk without distractions

If you're worried about someone, try to find a place where you know you can have a conversation without being distracted. Make sure to give them your full attention. It might help to switch off your phone.

2. Listen and ask questions

Listening can be one of the most valuable ways to be there for someone. Show them that you're actively listening by facing them, making eye contact, and not interrupting. Questions can help you clarify what they mean and also show that you're actively listening. But make sure the questions are relevant to what they're saying, and not changing the subject.

3. Ask how you can help

Ask how you can help or make suggestions, rather than telling them what to do next. They might want support with making a GP appointment, help around the house, or just for you to keep things normal and chat about what's going on in your life.

References

1. Marmot, M., Allen, J., Goldblatt, P., Boyce, T., McNeish, D., Grady, M., & Geddes, I. (2010). Fair society, healthy lives: Strategic review of health inequalities in England post 2010. Retrieved from instituteofhealthequity.org/projects/ fair-society-healthy-lives-the-marmot-review [Accessed 07/11/16].

2. Eaton, V., Ward, C., Womack, J., & Taylor, A. (2011). Mental Health and Wellbeing in Leeds: An Assessment of Need in the Adult Population. NHS Leeds.

3. Raj, D., Stansfeld, S., Weich, S., Stewart, R., McBride, O., Brugha, T., ... & Papp, M. (2016). Chapter 13: Comorbidity in mental and physical illness. In S. McManus, P. Bebbington, R. Jenkins, & T. Brugha (Eds.), Mental health and wellbeing in England: Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey 2014. Leeds: NHS Digital.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
We celebrate World Mental Health Day every year on 10 October. The theme for 2023 is 'Mental health is a universal human right'.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.authors[].name
GC Mewngymorth Ysgolion CAMH School In-Reach NW

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Gwasanaeth Mewngymorth Ysgolion CAMH Gogledd Cymru: fideo animeiddio

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.authors[].name
GC Mewngymorth Ysgolion CAMH School In-Reach NW

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
North Wales CAMH School In-Reach Service: Animation video

# data[].attributes.body
Here's the awesome video from our Summer 2023 events!

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Mind Our Futures CoProduction Events Summer 23

# data[].attributes.body
Here's our presentation from the three co-production workshops in August!

# data[].attributes.body
Hi everyone, please reach out and say hi to our newest team member, Samantha, but you can call her Sam. She chose the GIG btw lol!
s.williams@theventure.wales

Sam started with us on 7/09/23 and is the Youth Project Officer on the Mind Out Future project.

Sam's background is in Playwork and Youth Work with the drive to support children and young people to thrive through play and accessing local opportunities.

Sam loves the outdoors and spending time with her family!

# data[].attributes.body
We're thrilled to announce that our 3 in-person workshops have now been completed, and we feel were a huge success!

We want to thank everyone who participated - the young people,
parents, professionals, and community members - for coming together and having
thoughtful discussions about mental health.

We'd especially like to say a huge thanks to Ryan, Macey and Joe from the YPEG and Vanessa, Jane, and Mike for lending their talents in organizing and facilitating these amazing events. We also want to thank Halkyn
Castle Woods, Moneypenny, and YourSpace for providing such wonderful venues for our workshops.

The workshops took place in a variety of settings across Wrexham and Flintshire, which allowed us to connect with people from many different backgrounds and perspectives. The goal was to brainstorm ideas and solutions to
improve mental health resources and support for young people in our local communities.

We had so many wonderful conversations and have gathered a wealth of insights, experiences, and ideas from all who attended. We are now in the process of collating, documenting and analyzing all of the data from the workshops.
Once we have finished compiling the results, we will share a full report on the key takeaways and next steps.

Overall, we are feeling very motivated and excited by the
passion, engagement, and care for young people's mental health that was present at each of the workshops. This inspires us to keep working to make positive
changes in Wrexham and Flintshire. We hope all who participated feel proud to have been part of such a meaningful endeavour to support our youth. Thank you
again for contributing to the success of these workshops!

# data[].attributes.body
Absolutely, here's a professional yet engaging social media post for your partners:

📢 Attention all Partners!

Our next partnership meeting is scheduled for:
📅 19th September
⏰ 10am - 12pm

Your input is vital! 🌟 If there's anything you'd like to add to the agenda, please don't hesitate to let us know.

Looking forward to our collaborative discussions and progressing forward together. 💼🤝

See you there!

# data[].attributes.body
We're hosting a pizza party towards the end of Ocotber to thank the young people from the YPEG for their contributions to the recent mental health workshops.

Their insights and perspectives were invaluable. We want to show our appreciation and hear their thoughts on what more can be done to support youth mental health in Wrexham and Flintshire over the next 4 years.

Thank you, YPEG, for sharing your time and ideas. We look forward to celebrating with you!

# data[].attributes.headline
Link to all our events in Welsh and English

# data[].attributes.subject
Link to all our events in Welsh and English

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Co-production workshops to shape the future of mental health for young people

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Full partnership board minutes and actions 18- 07- 2023

# data[].attributes.body
The three August Co-production events are now Live and opening for bookings!

Please register and encourage any young people that you're working with to attend

18th - https://halkynwoods.eventbrite.co.uk
23rd - https://moneypennyworkshop.eventbrite.co.uk

30th - https://yourspace.eventbrite.co.uk

# data[].attributes.body
Next Meeting Date is 18/07/2023

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Agenda for Coproduction - Cydgynhyrchu Meeting 18.07.2023 v2

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Recompense for Third Sector Meddwl Ymlaen - Mind Our Future Partners v4

# data[].attributes.body
Arlo started with us on 17/7/23 and is the new project support officer on the Mind Our Future project.

Coming from a corporate background Arlo is process driven and efficient at all project-related talks. Arlo's passion is cycle touring and football, and he's been coaching a youth team for the past 10 years.

If you get a moment, please reach out and say Hi  Arlo.Dennis@theventure.wales.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Recompense for Third Sector Meddwl Ymlaen - Mind Our Future Partners v4

# data[].attributes.headline
Know someone who would be perfect to join the YPEG Team?

# data[].attributes.subject
Know someone who would be perfect to join the YPEG Team?

# data[].attributes.body
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=h4pWthkblUymGg56Uv8HOBgSfC6jSoVDq6hkHvj8jQNURVVJSzdCT09PMDFQSjVYTDBRVFY1RVZENy4u

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Meddwl Ymlaen - Mind Our Future Mission v5

# data[].attributes.headline
Get involved! Share our consultation surveys :D

# data[].attributes.subject
Get involved! Share our consultation surveys :D

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Help us study youth wellbeing! Fill surveys and win 1 of 10 £20 Amazon vouchers

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
到 Facebook 查看帖子、照片和更多内容。

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Meddwl Ymlaen Goddc - Mind Our Future. 9 likes · 4 talking about this. Meddwl Ymlaen yw ymgysylltu pobl ifanc i lywio gwasanaethau iechyd meddwl yn Gogledd Ddwyrain Cymru.

# data[].attributes.body
As you would have seen on the Email, The project team is expanding! The project support Officer will help with some of the admin duties on the project along with evidence gathering, event coordination and project documentation.

We've had two strong application with one being from our Very own YPEG member :D. We're hoping by the end of next week (WC 17/07/2023) we should be able to provide both candidates feedback on their applications.

# data[].attributes.body
As the Project Lead, my primary responsibility is to effectively coordinate the efforts of OMG, YPEG, and our partnership. Together, we will collaboratively develop project objectives that align with the National Lottery Criteria. By doing so, we will ensure that our initiatives continue to serve and benefit the young people of North East Wales, fostering their growth and well-being.