Suicide prevention

Suicide prevention

About this theme

This theme covered topics relating to preventing suicide and self-harm or supporting those bereaved by suicide. It was developed in partnership with Samaritans and the John Armitage Charitable Trust. See some of our Fellows’ stories.

Blogs & conversations Giving Suicide a Language

I grew up without the words to talk about suicide – and didn’t speak about my own bereavement until my forties. My Fellowship set me on a path to change that, taking me to India and Canada to explore suicide prevention in communities like my own. Since then, I’ve joined a global network of preventionists, trained in early intervention, and started sharing what I’ve learned – from working with therapists to leading workshops with young people to help open up conversations.

By Anoo Bhalay, 2025

Blogs & conversations In conversation with Sangeeta Mahajan: Championing suicide prevention and bereavement support

Five years on from her Fellowship, we spoke with Churchill Fellow Sangeeta Mahajan about how her profound loss inspired her mission to improve suicide prevention. Sangeeta shares insights from her research in the USA and Australia, the gaps she identified in UK care systems, and her efforts to create lasting change through education, peer support, and advocacy.

By Sangeeta Mahajan, 2025

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