Thank you for your interest in this story
To continue reading this article, sign up today to unlock exclusive content and be part of our community discussions
- Exclusive discounts
- Enjoy commenting on local issues
Already a subscriber? Log in here.
07
Nov 2021
Harrogate man hosts event to raise awareness of suicide prevention
An event with speakers and charities dedicated to mental health and suicide prevention is to be hosted in Harrogate next month.
The Hope for Life conference has been organised by The Jordan Legacy, a community interest company set up by Steve Phillip, from Harrogate, after his son died of suicide.
The aim of the conference is for people to come and listen to the experience and advice of experts and learn more about protecting your own or someone else's mental health.
Speakers such as James Ketchell and Jonny Benjamin are there to spread the message of hope and share their own stories of overcoming challenges.
The Jordan Legacy was set up by Mr Phillip when Jordan took his own life in December 2019. It works with businesses to encourage workplace wellbeing and mental health training and to ensure they have people and facilities in place to support staff.
Read more:
- Harrogate student stars in second series of All Creatures Great and Small
- Harrogate student wins global competition for young leaders
The event takes place at the Pavilions of Harrogate on December 1. Tickets can be booked here.
The organisation has already begun planning for its 2022 projects, it hopes to reach out to local schools to talk to young people about mental health.
Mr Phillip said he was aware of the rise in anxiety in young people during the pandemic and felt the organisation could help offer students the tools to recgnise their struggles and seek help.
It also hopes to reach charitable status in the new year.
0