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Free SafeTALK Training – Foyle & East Belfast (20 November 2025)

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Action Mental Health- OUR Generation team are delighted to be running two FREE community safeTALK training sessions on Wednesday, 20th November – one in Derry/Londonderry and the other in East Belfast.

A flyer for safeTALK suicide alertness training. The top left shows a yellow triangle with an exclamation mark and the word “SUICIDE.” Next to it, “safeTALK” is written in large black letters, with “suicide alertness for everyone” below. The right side features the Action Mental Health logo. The main message reads, “Join our FREE safeTALK training.” A yellow suicide prevention ribbon appears in the bottom right corner

 

 

This half-day training is open to anyone aged 18+ who works or volunteers with children, young people, or young adults in community or school settings.

safeTALK equips participants with the skills to:

  • Recognise signs of suicidal thoughts
  • Confidently start a conversation
  • Connect individuals at risk with appropriate support

 

Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged.

 

Emotionally Based School Avoidance Parent Group – Southern Trust Area

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Are you a parent or carer in the Southern Trust area supporting a child experiencing emotionally based school avoidance?

Join this supportive online session to connect with others who understand the challenges.

 Date: Tuesday 30th September 2025
 Time: 7 – 8pm
 Venue: Online via Zoom
 Hosted by: The Parent Participation Service

To receive the Zoom link, please email: ppinbox@ci-ni.org.uk

Graphic promoting an online Parent Group for Emotionally Based School Avoidance. It invites parents and carers in the Southern Trust area to connect and share experiences. The session is scheduled for Tuesday 30th September from 7–8pm and will be held online. Participants are asked to email ppinbox@ci-ni.org.uk to receive the Zoom link. The event is supported by the Parent Participation Service and features logos for CYPSP and Children in Northern Ireland, along with a visual of puzzle pieces with people on them symbolizing connection and support.

Connect North Library Drop in Sessions September & October 2025 (Northern HSC Trust Area)

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Promotional banner for Connect North, a community wellbeing initiative. The banner features the Connect North logo—a stylized tree with colorful leaves—and the Libraries NI logo. It includes the tagline ‘Your Pathway to Wellbeing’ and invites people to attend drop-in sessions. The message highlights that Connect North helps individuals access practical, social, and emotional support services within their community

 

A number of Connect North Library Drop in’s are being held across the Northern Health and Social Care Trust area in September and October.

This is an exciting opportunity that allows people to call into their local library to speak directly to a Connect North Link Worker for support with no appointment needed.

Check out the links below for drop in session dates and times:

 

Bryson Pathways

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Promotional flyer for Bryson Pathways targeting 16-17 year-old school leavers, listing benefits such as a £70 joining bonus, £40 weekly EMA and travel allowance, health and wellbeing support, employment opportunities, and more. Includes contact details and addresses for Stockman House and the ABC Hub in Belfast

With GCSE results recently released, we understand that some young people may be feeling lost or confused, especially if they haven’t achieved the results they were hoping for or are finding it difficult to re-enter school. This can be a challenging and uncertain time for many.

Bryson, offer a range of courses through their Skills for Life and Work programme that can provide a positive alternative and support young people in taking their next steps into education and employment.

Programmes are designed to help young people build their skills, confidence, and prospects.

Further info:

Fuel the Fun with Smart Snacks

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A collage of three video thumbnails from the Public Health Dietitians series on children’s snacks. The first thumbnail shows three children sitting at a table with snacks, titled ‘How to Build a Healthy Snack for Children’. The second shows a child holding an apple, titled ‘When to Give Children Snacks’. The third is a close-up of a child’s face, titled ‘Do Children Need Snacks?’.

This new series of short videos from Public Health Dietitians are designed to help parents and caregivers make healthy snack choices for their children.

This video series is packed with easy, practical tips you can use straight away – perfect for busy parents, carers, and anyone keeping hungry kids happy.

From what to keep stocked in the fridge or cupboard, to quick, budget-friendly snack ideas that kids will actually enjoy, these videos have you covered. You’ll also find handy advice on timing, portion sizes, and planning ahead—making it easier to keep little tummies full and fuelled with the nutrition they need.

✨ The first three videos are ready to watch now on the Public Health Dietitians YouTube channel:
www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVutsY_gd5AYnalVYTCXNoKDh9anjQ9P2

For even more tips, check out the full article here:
https://www.publichealth.hscni.net/news/snack-smart-summer-new-video-series-helps-parents-healthy-snack-tips-kids