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Improve:Act @MMUimproveACT

Official @MMU_Research Improve:Act. Tackling #MentalHealth inequality & injustice with experts by experience. #BlackMen #Detained 📧: i.brodrick@mmu.ac.uk

Joined October 2022
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Congrats @co_pact 👏🏾👏🏾. Such emotionally stirring and relatable pieces, thank you for having us!
Co-PACT@co_pact
6 Oct 2023
It was wonderful to have support from some of our friends at @MMUimproveACT @pullupbarcafe & Azell last night! The first of many collaborations I’m sure!
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Dr Roisin Mooney@Roisin_MM
9 Oct 2023
Lala from @MMUimproveACT shared which of the images from the @co_pact exhibition was the most impactful for her! (1/3)
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Crumpsall Park@CrumpsallPark
10 Jul 2023
Park Write! We're pleased to announce a series of creative writing workshops in Crumpsall Park over the next four months, led by local writer @HannahKateish. Each session will be held at the Visitors Centre, 2-5pm, and will be £3. Booking details to follow.
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Caught the #BalmyArmy exhibition at @HOME_mcr yesterday. Vulnerable, devastating, hopeful and deeply reflective all in one go 🫶🏾 Meaningful, transformative change to mental health services cannot happen without people with lived experience.
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London Arts and Health@LAHArtsHealth
4 Jul 2023
How do we create a movement for mental health? Join @vacuumcleaner and the Balmy Army @guardian for a live-streamed discussion this Thursday 8th July. londonartsandhealth.org.uk/e…
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Caribbean & African Health Network
@cahn_uk
21 Jun 2023
Celebrate the #Windrush generation with @BoltonUni and CAHN! Join captivating storytelling, live music, inspiring speakers and many more! Free admission. To register, click link: ow.ly/fGxz50OTnrk #universityofbolton #windrush75 #CAHN #Celebration #CaribbeanCulture
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Caribbean & African Health Network
@cahn_uk
10 Jun 2023
Have you signed up yet? It’s nearly time to celebrate Windrush 75 with CAHN! Join us on Sat, 24th June, at Alexandra Park to mark the 75th anniversary of the Windrush arrival. You won’t want to miss out on the fun! Register now: portal.cahn.org.uk/windrush2… #CAHNWindrush75
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Caribbean & African Health Network
@cahn_uk
9 Jun 2023
You are all invited! For the @greatermcr Race Equality panel Employment Conference on 20th June 2023, 10:00-16:00 at Core Technology Facility, @OfficialUoM ! Theme: "Measuring Impact and Meaningful Actions: What are you doing about Race? Register here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/greater-m…
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Sinéad O'Connor@sineadei
7 Jun 2023
Do you run a voluntary, community or social enterprise organisation in North Manchester? You could gain valuable skills and a grant of up to £2,500 to make your organisation the best it can be. Find out more about Conversation 2 Cash. Link in the tweet below ⬇️⬇️⬇️
Poster has a photo at the top and text below The photo shows: the community group Blossoms. They are in front of a wall, wearing white t-shirts and look happy and proud. The text reads: Do you run a voluntary, community or social enterprise organisation in North Manchester? Conversation 2 Cash can give you the chance to work with an experienced mentor to grow your governance, knowledge, skills and confidence, as well as getting a £2,500 grant to develop your organisation or activities for local people. “You could get something out of it for yourself and also for your organisation”. Ruth, Blossom Foundation Email us at onfunds@manchester.gov.uk or call 07940 724 581 There are the logos of Macc Manchester’s local voluntary and community sector support organisation, North Manchester Together Working to grow our voluntary and community sector and Manchester City Council There is a QR code that takes you to this website: https://manchestercommunitycentral.org/conversation-2-cash

ALT Poster has a photo at the top and text below The photo shows: the community group Blossoms. They are in front of a wall, wearing white t-shirts and look happy and proud. The text reads: Do you run a voluntary, community or social enterprise organisation in North Manchester? Conversation 2 Cash can give you the chance to work with an experienced mentor to grow your governance, knowledge, skills and confidence, as well as getting a £2,500 grant to develop your organisation or activities for local people. “You could get something out of it for yourself and also for your organisation”. Ruth, Blossom Foundation Email us at onfunds@manchester.gov.uk or call 07940 724 581 There are the logos of Macc Manchester’s local voluntary and community sector support organisation, North Manchester Together Working to grow our voluntary and community sector and Manchester City Council There is a QR code that takes you to this website: https://manchestercommunitycentral.org/conversation-2-cash

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Carers Manchester@CarersMcr
5 Jun 2023
It's @carersweek...a week just for you. Take a look at what's going on, from a walk to massages, trips out to a Dementia Café. carersmanchester.org.uk/even… #CarersWeek @ACCGManchester @2getherDementia @McrCarers @waiyincws @lmcpcarelink
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Off the back of #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth and our incredible community event we will be holding focus groups for Black people with lived experience of mental health detention Sat 10th June 2-4pm Mon 15th June 5-7pm Thurs 17th June 4-6pm sign up in bio 👇🏾 forms.gle/SVfmBXTDcsmRPCyx6
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Beyond@wearebey0nd
1 Jun 2023
Case studies compiled by @antothenio highlights the need for a more empathetic approach to police interventions during mental health callouts. Support the petition - chng.it/q8FrMD7xXR @policeconduct @PoliceChiefs @hmcpsi @MOPACLdn @AssocPCCs @CollegeofPolice #HearMeSpeak

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Jeremy Dixon@Jeremydixonsw
31 May 2023
Free workshop on Learning lessons from preventable deaths in mental healthcare in Liverpool which may be of interest to @cendeathsociety colleagues eventbrite.co.uk/e/learning-…
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Rachel Whyte@RachelEWhyte1
23 May 2023
Thought provoking conversations around mental health at the @MMUimproveACT community event this #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek all over great food and music!
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HUGE thank you to everyone who attended our community event today This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek we centred joy and community in the dialogue around mental health and our broken services Big up Jud's Caf @ Kath Locke Centre for the food, and NoirTones for bringing the vibes 🫶🏾💥
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Stay tuned for more events that highlight the arts and culture that make up the fabric of our community, and DM or email to get involved in making changes to the #MentalHealthAct that are for the people and by the people. Everyone's voice and story matters ✊🏽
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Caribbean & African Health Network
@cahn_uk
16 May 2023
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek! 🌈🧠 CAHN counsellors offer emotional support for the black community. Take care of your mental health with our compassionate team. You're not alone! Email help@cahn.org.uk or call 07710 022382. #MentalHealthMatters #BlackCommunityStrong
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Manchester Integrated Care Partnership@ManchesterICP
17 May 2023
1 in 4 black men are at risk of developing prostate cancer 🔊 NHS staff will be in Manchester today, 19 May & 20 May from 11am. Come for a chat about your prostate cancer risk. There's also the offer of a free PSA blood test. To book orlo.uk/mJFpI #ThisVanCan
A visual of a black man. The quote reads: Don’t let embarrassment stop you catching prostate cancer early. This Van Can.

ALT A visual of a black man. The quote reads: Don’t let embarrassment stop you catching prostate cancer early. This Van Can.
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Mind
@MindCharity
17 May 2023
Deep breath. You’ve got this 🤍 #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
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Just one more day! Tomorrow is our community celebration event, a morning of good food, live music, and open conversation about what needs to change in our #mentalhealthservices ✊🏽 Birch Community Centre M14 5JT, 10am-1pm. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MCR
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