Dear Friends,
Following Dorothy Gould, NSUN consultant, visit to our June meeting, we have been sent copies of the documents that were discussed: Mental Health Law in the UK & Letter re MHA Review for party political leads APPGS and Review chair and vice chairs.
Dorothy is now collecting examples of alternatives to detention/sectioning. For more info on how to help
In June we also discussed about organising an event to raise more awareness on the MH Act review and the CRDP. There might have been good news with the 'Seni's law' approval to restrict use of force against mental health patients https://www.independent.co.uk/
However there are still atrocious methodologies practiced around the world and awareness/action are required. No wonder patients often build up anger, frustration and in some cases aggression.
How have they been treated in the first place?
- Spain is calling for the end of physical restrain (not only there) http://asylummagazine.org/news/campaigning-to-end-physical-restraint-in-spain/
- In Massachusetts, U.S., autistic people are treated with electronic shock 'therapy'
- Hana Madness talks about Indonesia's chained schizophrenics
During our meeting in April we shared and discussed requirements of the Equality Act 2014 from a SU perspective. Those points were presented at a recent QCC consultation and we are now looking forward to hear the outcomes, since we've asked the Trust to update us.
We're meeting next Mon 16 July 6:30-8:30 @ LARC for our monthly gathering. Do come along if you can and remember to keep well hydrated during these high temperatures, especially if taking medications.
Other News & Dates for your diary:
CRAZYWISE: film screening & discussion
Organised by Mind in Camden
Wed 18 July Doors: 6.00pm. Screening: 6.30pm.Bar Interval: 8.00pm. Discussion: 8.30pm
Wed 18 July Doors: 6.00pm. Screening: 6.30pm.Bar Interval: 8.00pm. Discussion: 8.30pm
Kennedy Lecture Theatre UCL Institute of Child Health; 30 Guildford Street WC1N 1EH London
The discussion chaired by Akiko Hart (Hearing Voices Project Manager, Mind in Camden),Panel to include: Jez Hughes (Shamanic healer & teacher)Mohammed Abouelleil Rashed (Philosophy lecturer & researcher),Satyin Taylor (NHS Spiritual Care/Chaplain),Natalie Tobert (Medical Anthropologist & author). £12 waged, £7 unwaged (you can pay cash on the door)
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International Deaf and Disabled People’s Solidarity Summit, by Disabled People Against Cuts
International Deaf and Disabled People’s Solidarity Summit, by Disabled People Against Cuts
Sun 22 July 11:00 – 17:30 Old Town Hall 29 Broadway London E15 4BQ
DPAC are holding an International Deaf and Disabled People’s Solidarity Summit that seeks to explore issues relating to our shared struggles against oppression, resistance and international solidarity
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Global Disability Summit
24 July 2018 Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park London
the UK Department for International Development (UK DFID), along with co-hosts the International Disability Alliance and the Government of Kenya will host the first-ever Global Disability Summit in London, UK.
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Talking Sense - London Evening Hearing Voices Group
The group meets at 7-8.30pm on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month in a private community hub in the Canvas Cafe 42 Hanbury St, London, E1 5JL http://www.talking-sense.c
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Thai Boxing Fighters Academy (TBFA) AGM
Monday 6th August, 7-8pm, 117 Garrett Centre, Mansford St London E2 6LX
TBFA train every Monday and Friday, from 7 pm to 8:30 pm, combining Muay Thai Boxing and the support of people experiencing mental health issues. The Academy is also accessible to people that don’t experience any form of mental health problem. E-mail: thaiboxingfightersacademy@yaho
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The Unveiling of a new Gravestone
The Unveiling of a new Gravestone
After almost two centuries since William Blake passed away a new gravestone will be installed in the actual place of burial. Free event, just turn up.
Sunday 12 August 2018 at 3 pm Bunhill Fields, 38 City Road London EC1Y 1AU http://www.blakesociety.org/ev
Join also the Blake DeathDay pic-nic and poetry reading with the Blake Congregation on the same spot from 1pm
Sunday 12 August 2018 at 3 pm Bunhill Fields, 38 City Road London EC1Y 1AU http://www.blakesociety.org/ev
Join also the Blake DeathDay pic-nic and poetry reading with the Blake Congregation on the same spot from 1pm
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The Voices in My Head (Available on iplayer for 4 months)
Documentary using audio reconstruction to take viewers in to the world of three people who hear voices as a result of mental illness. Around 1 in 10 adults hear voices in their heads as a result of a number of mental illnesses, including schizophrenia.
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Consultations - Researches - Participation
Section 136 – partners and places needed - Dolly Sen
Pick Me Up (and hold me tight) by ZU-UK
Participatory research: real or imagined - by Diana Rose
Alternatives to detention/sectioning under the MH Act 1983. Can you help with suggestions?
Safety and security arrangements in high security psychiatric hospitals
The Women's Mental Health Network invites you to Turn Up The Volume - CONSULTATION https://womensmentalhealthnetw
An international survey of lived experience/user/survivor activists/advocates
...dulcis in fundus: A Simple Guide to Co-Production
