Articles tagged with: Depression
Mental Health Nursing Student Warns of Impact of Waiting Lists as Pressure on Services Grows
A third-year mental health nursing student from Queen’s University Belfast has warned that long waiting times for mental health support are impacting people across Northern Ireland, as pressure on statutory services continues to grow.
Katie Gray, who is currently training in mental health...
Rise and Shine for Mental Health – Join the Dromore Sunrise Walk!
Be part of something truly special on Saturday, 9th May, as we walk together at sunrise in support of AWARE NI. Start your day with purpose by dedicating yourself to raising awareness and vital funds for local mental health services.
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Reframing Blue Monday: Why Mental Health Isn’t Just One Day
Every year, headlines describe Blue Monday as the “most depressing day of the year.” While this can start important conversations about mental health, it also oversimplifies the reality of emotional wellbeing. In this blog, we explore what Blue Monday really means, why January can be...
FREE Mental Health Courses – December 2025 & January 2026
Thinking about learning more about mental health and how you can best support your wellbeing? AWARE NI is running a number of FREE mental health education courses this December 2025 and January 2026.
Whether you're someone looking to learn more about mental health, or a parent or teacher seeking...
Sisters From Fermanagh Take on Giant Steps to Support Mental Health Services
Sisters Linda Manley and Lorraine Wilson from Fermanagh and their team, "Together We Thrive," are preparing to participate in AWARE NI's Giant Steps 2025, a walking challenge along the stunning Causeway coastline on 17 May 2025.
For Linda, this event holds deep personal meaning. "Ten years...
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2025: Accelerating Action for Mental Health
In line with the theme of Accelerating Action for International Women's Day 2025, leading Mental Health charity AWARE is celebrating four incredible women who are "Accelerating Action" in the mental health space, each making a meaningful impact within their local community.
Emma Burton, from...
Time To Talk Day: Let’s Open the Conversation About Mental Health
Time To Talk Day is a national campaign dedicated to sparking open conversations about mental health. It encourages everyone to take a moment to check in, connect with and support each other, and ask the question – how are you feeling?
Opening up about how you’re feeling or asking someone...
Blue Monday: Let’s Talk About Mental Health, Every Day
Every January, the third Monday of the month—this year, 20 January—is branded “Blue Monday” and called the most depressing day of the year. This started as a marketing campaign by a travel company in 2005. The truth is that depression isn’t confined to one day.
For many, January can...
AWARE NI invite you to a Breakfast Seminar on Blue Monday - 20th January 2025 in the Everglades Hotel
We're inviting you to a Breakfast Seminar on Blue Monday - 20th January 2025, in the Everglades Hotel to learn about the benefits of creating a mentally healthy workforce both for your staff and for your business.
Please join us for tea, coffee and breakfast baps and hear how AWARE NI can...
Give the Gift of Support this Christmas!
Christmas can be a challenging time, especially for those facing mental health struggles. At AWARE NI, we’re here to provide support when feelings of loneliness, isolation, and anxiety are at their peak. Our peer-led mental health support groups offer a safe, understanding space for anyone...
It's World Mental Health Day 2024!
Today is World Mental Health Day!
Our mental health is a vital aspect of life, shaping our personal and professional wellbeing. Yet, in Northern Ireland, 1 in 5 people continue to face the reality of living with a mental health condition, and NI continues to have one of the highest rates of...
Running the Distance for Mental Health: Belfast Runner Tackles SuperHalfs Challenge Across Europe
Jack Rafferty, a 30-year-old Standby Art Director for Film & Television from Belfast, is embarking on a remarkable journey to raise awareness and funds for mental health through the notorious SuperHalfs Challenge. Having discovered a passion for running just last year, Jack is set to compete...
Take the Plunge with AWARE NI’s Sea Splash to Support Mental Health this World Mental Health Day
To mark World Mental Health Day, AWARE NI is thrilled to announce the return of its popular Sea Splash event at Benone Strand on Sunday, 13th October. This exciting event aims to raise awareness and generate essential funds for mental health services across Northern Ireland.
Now in its fourth...
AWARE NI Receives Generous Donation from FinTrU Following 'Giant Steps' Causeway Coastal Walk
AWARE NI, the depression charity for Northern Ireland, recently received a significant boost with a generous donation from FinTrU. The £30,571 cheque was presented by FinTrU following their enthusiastic participation in AWARE NI's 'Giant Steps' and ‘Wee Steps’ Causeway Coastal Walk in May...
That's a wrap! Wood Innovations show their support for AWARE NI
Wood Innovations, a leading wholesale flooring distributor in the UK and Ireland, is proud to support AWARE NI, the depression charity for Northern Ireland.
A £2000 donation from Wood Innovations has funded a freshly designed and eye-catching branded car wrap for the charity. ...
Cookstown’s Lorraine Nugent shares mental health journey to encourage others to take 'Giant Steps' for AWARE NI
As AWARE NI, the mental health charity for Northern Ireland, gears up for its annual fundraising Coastal Walk "Giant Steps" on Saturday, 27 April 2024, Lorraine Nugent from Cookstown makes a heartfelt return, driven by her personal journey through mental health challenges, with a mission to...
FinTrU Presents AWARE NI with £36,492 Cheque for taking GIANT STEPS for mental health!
FinTrU proudly handed over a generous cheque worth £36,492 to AWARE NI. This substantial sum was raised through the incredible efforts of their employees during the Giant Steps Coastal Walk charity event held back in May.
The Giant Steps Coastal Walk took place along the breathtaking Causeway...
Todd Insurance and AWARE NI Forge Partnership to Champion Mental Health and Raise £20,000
Todd Insurance, a well-established family-run independent insurance provider, is delighted to announce its strategic partnership with AWARE NI, a leading mental health charity dedicated to promoting positive mental health across Northern Ireland. This exciting collaboration reflects Todd...
GM MARKETING TO RAISE THOUSANDS FOR MENTAL HEALTH CHARITY
Leading Belfast-based distribution company GM Marketing has announced its aim to raise £20,000 for AWARE NI, the depression charity for Northern Ireland.
Northern Ireland has the highest rate of mental health problems in the UK*, with a 25% higher overall prevalence of mental health...
Rock the Night Away! Free Music Gig for Mental Health
The Carman's Inn in Crossgar is set to host an unforgettable evening of live music on Saturday, 22nd July, featuring local talent and supporting a crucial cause. The event aims to raise awareness about mental health and raise funds for AWARE NI, a leading charity dedicated to helping individuals...
