Business Details
14 Years
experience
Ending Mental Health Stigma and Discrimination in Scotland
We are Scotland's national programme dedicated to ending mental health stigma and discrimination. Our mission is to empower individuals and communities to challenge negative attitudes and create inclusive environments. Through evidence-based campaigns, educational resources, and collaborative partnerships, we work across sectors including education, healthcare, and workplaces to drive systemic change. Our approach combines public engagement with policy advocacy, ensuring diverse voices shape our strategies.With over a decade of experience since 2012, we provide tailored toolkits for schools, employers, and healthcare professionals while amplifying lived experience through storytelling initiatives. Our hybrid working model enables nationwide outreach, supported by a dedicated team of experts in mental health advocacy. We maintain transparency through regular impact reports and actively collaborate with the Scottish Government to address stigma at both individual and institutional levels.
Services
Anti-Stigma Campaigns
Educational Resources
Workplace Training
Policy Advocacy
Community Engagement
Mental Health Awareness
Healthcare Support
Youth Programmes
Public Engagement
Research Initiatives
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Scotland's national anti-stigma programme since 2012
- Evidence-based approaches developed with mental health experts
- Partnerships with Scottish Government and leading charities
- Tailored resources for education, healthcare, and workplace sectors
- Amplifying lived experience through storytelling initiatives
Services
Anti-Stigma Campaigns
We develop nationwide campaigns challenging mental health stereotypes through media engagement and community outreach. Our initiatives target specific sectors while promoting inclusive language and behaviours. Campaigns include workplace mental health awareness and youth-focused stigma reduction programmes.
Educational Resources
We provide comprehensive toolkits for schools, healthcare professionals, and employers addressing mental health stigma. Resources include lesson plans, training modules, and guidance documents developed with sector experts to ensure practical applicability and evidence-based content.
Workplace Training
Our workplace programmes help organisations create mentally healthy environments through staff training and policy development. We offer workshops on stigma reduction, mental health first aid, and inclusive leadership practices tailored to different business sizes and sectors.
Policy Advocacy
We influence national policy through research submissions and collaboration with government bodies. Our advocacy focuses on improving mental health legislation, service access, and anti-discrimination protections while ensuring service user involvement in decision-making processes.
Community Engagement
We facilitate local action through volunteer networks and community events across Scotland. Our engagement initiatives include storytelling projects, public workshops, and partnerships with grassroots organisations to amplify diverse voices in mental health advocacy.
Questions
What is See Me's primary mission?
We work to end mental health stigma and discrimination across Scotland through targeted campaigns, educational resources, and policy advocacy.
How can individuals get involved?
Join our See Us movement to access action packs, attend events, and participate in local anti-stigma initiatives.
Do you provide direct mental health support?
We don't offer clinical support but provide resources and signposting to organisations that offer urgent mental health assistance.
What sectors do your resources cover?
We develop materials for education, healthcare, workplaces, and community settings tailored to specific audience needs.
How is the programme funded?
We receive core funding from the Scottish Government and operate through a partnership between SAMH and Mental Health Foundation Scotland.
Can businesses access workplace training?
Yes, we offer customised mental health awareness training and policy development support for organisations of all sizes.
