Last Photo exhibition developed for World Suicide Prevention Day
A new community exhibition called The Last Photo will be in place in Chesterfield for World Suicide Prevention Day.
This impactful exhibition will share real life stories around mental health and suicide in a safe and supportive space. The event will also highlight the power of art and creativity in supporting people’s mental health and will be showcasing the wonderful work of our mental health community sector.
The Last Photo is organised by Derbyshire Voluntary Action’s Mental Health Liaison Service and The Georgia Bird Foundation working in collaboration with SoBS Chesterfield, The Tomorrow Project, Mentell, Kakou and a number of volunteers
Inspired by CALM’s last photo exhibition in London, which saw the displaying of peoples last photos before taking their lives. CALM’s event has raised so many important questions around how suicide doesn’t always look suicidal, and how we can spot signs of when people may be struggling.
Jacqui Willis, Chief Executive of DVA said “I’m so proud of the initiative Rachel and Ellie have shown to approach this incredibly triggering but important subject, in such an innovative way. They are fantastic advocates for reducing the stigma around mental health and showing us the power of working in collaboration across all sectors of our communities. Please take the opportunity to see the exhibition. Working with others makes anything possible!”
The community exhibition will take place from 5 September until World Suicide Prevention Day on the 10th September from 10am to 3pm at Derbyshire Voluntary Actions Hub @ Low Pavement.
On Saturday the 10th September DVA will be holding a public living room in front of the outdoor cinema screen at Vicar Lane, where members of the public can chat to mental health workers about mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
To get involved or to find out more, please email rachel@dva.org.uk or georgiabirdfoundation@gmail.com
