HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network (DAWN) supporting staff working within Prison, Probation and the Youth Custody Service across England and Wales.
Joined April 2017
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
2 Feb 2024
LGBTQIA mental health support is better than it was. But there's still progress to be made.
So, for LGBT history month let's celebrate some of the amazing charities who have been supporting the LGBTQIA community ⬇ (1/8)
#LGBTplusHM
ALT Pride progress flag as the background with a blue box in the middle that has white text that reads 'Mental health support for the LGBTQIA community.
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
The theme of year's #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek is 'My Voice Matters', and it couldn't be more pertinent. Children don’t feel their voices are heard and taken into account and we must change that especially when it comes to mental health and well-being.
childrenscommissioner.gov.uk…
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
4 Feb 2024
Today is #WorldCancerDay, so we’re sending love and strength to everyone affected by cancer ❤️
You’re not alone. If you need support, why not join our online Cancer Chat, a safe place where you can connect with others 👉 cruk.ink/3Srsq6o
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
4 Feb 2024
For #WorldCancerDay our Chief Medical Officer @BreastDocUK and Executive Director @clairerowney spoke to @ITNBusiness about how we’re shaping the future of Macmillan Cancer Support to ensure we can respond to the challenges and opportunities facing cancer and healthcare.
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
4 Feb 2024
Today is #WorldCancerDay. One of the biggest worries facing people with cancer today is money.
We need to talk about it.
ALT A green square with the words ‘World Cancer Day’ written in dark green and the letter ‘o’ in 'world’ is replaced with planet Earth.
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Really looking forward to participating in this upcoming event @WEmFEvents and bringing back valuable insights into @hmpps to support disability inclusion
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
22 Oct 2023
For some women with young onset #dementia, symptoms may develop at the same time as #perimenopause or #menopause, which can bring additional challenges.
This #WorldMenopauseMonth read our advice and download our support leaflet: dementiauk.org/information-a…
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
19 Oct 2023
Children with ADHD who are experiencing anxiety in school due to the medication shortages need all teachers to be aware how how to ensure these children access their education &attend school by putting these strategies in place
adhdfoundation.org.uk/wp-con… @nasen_org @TeacherToolkit
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
27 Sep 2023
As we move through National Inclusion Week, we're proud to say that we have Staff Network Leads in post for @HMPPS_DAWN, RISE and @HMPPS_PiPP. We recognise the importance of Staff Networks in creating a culture of inclusion and belonging and giving voice to the staff.
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
25 Sep 2023
Happy #NationalInclusionWeek🌟
At Justice Digital and across @MoJGovUK, we're dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace. Our Staff Networks are a vital part of this commitment, providing support & community 🌈
Colleagues, explore our networks today! 👥
#TakeActionMakeImpact
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
25 Sep 2023
It's Black Maternal Mental Health Week .
A lack of understanding of different cultures can affect Black mothers. Watch below to hear about how this can affect their #MentalHealth.
Follow @MotherhoodGroup to learn more about this week and the amazing work they do.
#BMMHW
25 Sep 2023
It's Black Maternal Mental Health Week (#BMMHW23 #BMMHW).
This year's theme is #BreakingCulturalBarriers. A lack of understanding and awareness of different cultures can affect the experiences of Black mothers. In pregnancy and in the early stages of motherhood.
Hear from some new mothers about how this can impact their mental health.
#MentalHealth #BlackMentalHealth #MaternalMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness @MotherhoodGroup @MindCharity
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
22 Sep 2023
As a member of the Disability Awareness at Work Network today I support the “Jeans for Genes” campaign which raises awareness of the daily challenges faced by those living with a genetic condition & raises money 2 fund projects 2 make a difference @PS_Wales @HMPPS_DAWN
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
6 Sep 2023
Muslims face a range of risk factors that can negatively impact their mental health, but they are less likely to get effective support.
Our new factsheet highlights the mental health determinants, experiences & barriers facing Muslim communities: centreformentalhealth.org.uk…
ALT Second page of Muslim MH fact sheet, which can be downloaded using the URL
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
8 Sep 2023
In loving and everlasting memory.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, 21st April 1926 – 8th September 2022.
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
4 Sep 2023
A massive thank you to our panellists for sharing your insights with our 2023 cohort!
#DisabilityInclusion #GraduateProgramme #PrisonReform
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
4 Sep 2023
#UnlockedSI2023 week 6 provided valuable insight into the importance of empathy in supporting prisoners with disabilities.
Experts Amy Froggatt (@HMPPS_DAWN), Mercedes Lopez (@RECOOP_UK) and @WarrenStewart10 (@uniofbrighton) held a panel discussion sharing their knowledge:
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
29 Aug 2023
It was great to have co-presented with @Recoop & @hmpps colleagues on a range of EDI and professional development issues for the @unlockedgrads summer institute today.
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
29 Aug 2023
You can learn about the charity activities undertaken by the ADHD FoundatioN Neurodiversity Charity in the first year after the pandemic lockdowns April 2022-2023 in this Impact Report. Thank you to all our partner agencies, funders & supporters☂️ emea01.safelinks.protection.…
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HMPPS Disability, Advocacy & Wellbeing Network. retweeted
29 Aug 2023
Long-term physical conditions can affect your #MentalHealth. But there is support available.
You can talk to your family or friends, GP or find a support group. 💚 Read more: bit.ly/3Pc8Qux
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