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Dates: 12th – 18th May 2025, Theme: Community – Because mental health is everything, everywhere, everyone, and our community is at the heart of it.
At Mind in Mid Herts, we know community connections make a powerful difference in mental wellbeing. Every day, our peer support groups, wellbeing workshops, and outreach services provide essential support, compassion, and hope across Hertfordshire.
Mental health issues are rising, and more people than ever need our support. This Mental Health Awareness Week, join us in ensuring that no one is left behind by getting involved with our Wear It Blue fundraising activities!
Wear It Blue Day – Wednesday, 15th May 2025
Wear It Blue Day is your opportunity to visibly show your support for mental health, start important conversations, and raise crucial funds. Here's how you can easily take part:
3 Easy Steps to Get Involved:
Step 1: Choose Your Activity
Keep it simple: Organise a coffee morning, tea and talk, dress-in-blue day, or bake sale.
Get active: Host a sponsored walk, a wellbeing challenge, or even a sponsored silence.
Go social: Invite colleagues, friends, family, or community groups to join your event.
Step 2: Set Up Your Fundraising Page
Visit our Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 JustGiving campaign.
Create your fundraising page linked directly to our campaign—it's quick and easy.
Share your story, fundraising target, and event details.
Step 3: Spread the Word
Share your fundraising page widely via social media, newsletters, or personal messages.
Use campaign hashtags to boost your reach: #WearItBlue #NoMindLeftBehind #MHAW2025.
Other Ways to Support:
Community Wellbeing Walk
When: Thursday, 15th May 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: Verulamium Park, St Albans
Who: Everyone aged 16+. Accessible, gentle, and welcoming.
Workplace Mental Health Webinar
When: Wednesday, 15th May 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Where: Online
Who: Ideal for HR professionals, team leaders, and business owners.
Why Your Support Matters:
Your fundraising ensures Mind in Mid Herts can continue providing essential mental health services, creating a healthier, more connected Hertfordshire.
A Message from Our CEO, Sharn Tomlinson:
Mental health is everything, everywhere, everyone – and our community is at the heart of it. Your involvement, your acts of kindness, and your connections truly matter. Together, let’s build a Hertfordshire where everyone feels seen, valued, and supported.
Join us today and wear blue to make a difference!