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Guidance for reporting on suicide safely, accurately and without sensationalism.
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Read Reporting GuidanceJoint Select Committee report on the discrimination faced by persons with mental illness and the ability to access quality mental health care.
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View Parliamentary ReportFindCareTT provides information on care services, support options, helplines and related health resources in Trinidad and Tobago.
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View Regional Health AuthoritiesA digital mental health and protection hub for children, young people, and the adults who support them, developed with regional partners.
Visit Young Caribbean MindsA regional alliance of national psychological associations promoting psychology and the professional status of psychologists in the Caribbean.
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Why Become a Volunteer Campaign
This campaign helps potential volunteers identify synergies with Lifeline. Lifeline is volunteer-driven and depends on people who are willing to contribute to mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
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What are the Suicide Warning Signs? Campaign
This campaign helps people recognise common warning signs and encourages early support. It should be shared with care, hope and a reminder that support is available.
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Tough Times Campaign
This campaign highlights difficult moments and encourages people facing challenges to reach out for support, regardless of the stage of life they are in.
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