People of Lanarkshire urged to apply to Suicide Prevention Panel

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People in Lanarkshire are being urged to apply to the Suicide Prevention PanelSAMH (Scottish Association for Mental Health) is inviting anyone with lived experience of suicide to apply to take part in the Scotland Lived Experience Panel.The panel works alongside Suicide Prevention Scotland to influence and advise on its work to deliver the Scottish Government and COSLA’s suicide prevention strategy, Creating Hope Together.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android It was initially formed in 2019 to support the delivery of the previous strategy and played a vital role in the development of guidance to support local authorities, learning and development resources, the launch of the United to Prevent Suicide campaign movement, pilot projects to support families bereaved by suicide, and shaping an approach to supporting people in suicidal crisis, Time Space Compassion.This model has been so successful that it has been recognised by the World Health Organisation as a significant international example of participation of people with lived experience in suicide prevention work.Those who have previously attempted suicide, experienced suicidal thoughts, or have lost a loved one to suicide are encouraged to apply to be on the panel.The Scottish Government provides funding to SAMH to host the lived experience panel,