CPSL Mind announces STOP Suicide campaign rebrand

There is now a dedicated STOP Suicide tab on the CPSL Mind website, where people can download resources, read stories from people with lived experience, book training, and join the charity’s campaigning work. The expert Training Team at CPSL Mind run a range of suicide prevention training across Peterborough and Cambridgeshire.

The campaign launched in 2014 and is led by CPSL Mind and is supported by the local NHS, Public Health teams, and local public services.

In the last financial year 2025/2026  the CPSL Mind training team trained 858 local people.

An estimated 1 in 4 of us experiences suicidal thoughts in our lifetime. STOP Suicide’s aim is to help stop suicides by training people to being alert to the warning signs, asking directly about suicide and helping those who are feeling suicidal to stay safe.

People can now download a range of STOP Suicide campaign resources for yourself and your community all in one place. These include self-help leaflets for those who are experiencing suicidal thoughts as well as those who are concerned that someone they know might be at risk.

Due to funding, the online open training courses are free to attend for individuals who work or volunteer for VCSE organisations with high risk groups, carers/ family/ supporters of individuals who are at increased risk of suicide and members of the public who wish to learn suicide prevention skills who live in Cambridgeshire or Peterborough.

This workshop will equip you with the knowledge to spot warning signs, ask directly about suicide, support someone to stay safe and look after your own wellbeing.

Safety warning – Please consider your own emotional wellbeing before signing up for this course. If you have been bereaved by suicide, or affected by attempted suicide or suicidal thoughts, you may find the content difficult.

There are courses coming up on the following dates:

8th July 2026 10am – 1pm

12th August 2026 10am – 1pm

9th September 2026 10am – 1pm

14th October 2026 10am – 1pm

11th November 2026 10am – 1pm

9th December 2026 10am -1pm

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The website also has stories from people with lived experience, including Pete, who implemented the Mental Health First Aid training to support someone at risk.

In the blog, Pete says, “At around 1.30 am I was walking with a group of friends when we noticed an individual stood alone on a bridge looking out over the river. A friend approached them but indicated to me that all was not well and knowing that I had some training in mental health that may be helpful. It quickly became apparent that the individual was extremely distressed and speaking incoherently, the only recognisable words included those of further concern and those that raised immediate concern for their welfare and an imminent suicide risk.

Commenting on the rebrand and new website additions, Olivia Hubbard, Communications and Engagement Manager at CPSL Mind said, “The STOP Suicide campaign continues to highlight the alarming statistics relating to suicide. Given that 1 in 4 people experience suicidal thoughts in their lifetime, we must unite and amplify the campaign’s key messages and that asking directly about suicide is the right thing to do if you are worried about someone.  We will continue to amplify the campaign’s message to equip more people in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough with the knowledge and confidence to have vitally important conversation. One conversation can save a life. Thank you to everyone who has supported the campaign to date and we looking forward to sharing details of our planned activity ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day on 10th September.”

Reflecting on the STOP Suicide training and upcoming workshops, Ruth Grammer, Training Manager at CPSL Mind said, “We are delighted to welcome everyone to our workshops on suicide awareness.  In these sessions, we empower local people to recognise when someone may be vulnerable and at risk; to have compassionate conversations and ask directly about suicide if they are concerned and to help someone access the support, they need to keep safe. There is no expectation to share any personal stories, although we are aware that talking about suicide may lead to difficult memories and feelings.  Our priority is that our workshops are safe spaces for all who attend, with ways to get in touch afterwards if that would be helpful.  A key part is understanding how we can look after our own mental health and wellbeing.”

CPSL Mind will be sharing new imagery and graphics over the coming months and inviting its partners and local organisations to get involved in the campaign.

To view the resources and for more information about the campaign, visit: STOP Suicide – CPSL Mind