Scottish Recovery Network

14/09/2026

🗺️ A different way to look at evaluation.

The Adaptable Outcome Map helps people, services and organisations explore and evidence the difference their peer support makes.

Co-designed through the Let's Evaluate Peer Support project, it offers a flexible approach to evaluation that is meaningful, creative and true to peer support values.

Download the map and practical guide, and explore examples of how it has been put into practice: https://bit.ly/AOMResources

11/09/2026

World Su***de Prevention Day was yesterday, but that doesn’t mean the conversation stops there 💛

That’s why we’ll continue to spotlight su***de prevention, peer support and the voices of people with lived experience throughout the year.

Inside our special edition newsletter, you’ll find short films, four free practice guides and an article exploring su***de bereavement and peer support.

📖 Read: https://bit.ly/WSPD2026News

10/09/2026

To mark World Su***de Prevention Day, we’ve put together a special edition of our newsletter 💛

Inside, you’ll find a range of short films including our Power of Peer Support in Su***de Prevention film, four free practice guides for offering peer support, and an article from The Ferret exploring su***de bereavement and peer support.

📖 Read the special edition: https://bit.ly/WSPD2026News

10/09/2026

On ***dePreventionDay, we're reflecting on the importance of compassionate, timely support for anyone affected by su***de.

In a new blog, Max from our Su***de Bereavement Support Service and Barrie, Programme Manager for Su***de Prevention, Crisis and Distress Support, share their perspectives on the impact of su***de bereavement, the importance of compassionate support, and why this year's theme, Start the Conversation, matters so much.

As Lead Partner for Outcome 3 of Scotland's su***de prevention strategy, Creating Hope Together, we're committed to ensuring everyone affected by su***de can access the support they need.

Read the full blog here 🔗 https://penumbra.org.uk/?p=26197&preview=true

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Change Mental Health
Su***de Prevention Scotland
Scottish Recovery Network
COSLA
NHS Scotland

10/09/2026

We’re all set up and ready to go at Abertay University for today’s Discovering New Perspectives in Su***de Prevention conference.

Our workshop, Peer support driving change in su***de prevention, will explore what makes peer support unique and the role it can play across su***de prevention - from early support and crisis to bereavement and postvention.

We’ll also be challenging some of the common misconceptions around peer support, exploring what gets in the way of its growth and thinking about where it could have a greater role in Scotland’s mental health system.

A day for sharing experiences, challenging assumptions and discovering new perspectives. 💬

09/09/2026

We’re looking forward to being part of the Community Development Alliance Scotland (CDAS) Annual National Conference 2026 in two weeks!

Our Projects Coordinator, Eilidh Hollow, will be joining one of the conference panels to share perspectives from Scottish Recovery Network and our work around lived experience, peer support and community-led change.

Taking place on 23 September in Glasgow, this year’s conference explores Community Development for a Just and Democratic Future.

Find out more and book your place: https://www.communitydevelopmentalliancescotland.org/conference-2026

08/09/2026

World Su***de Prevention Day is this Thursday, and we’re putting together a special edition of our newsletter, bringing together resources, events, films and stories around su***de prevention and peer support.

We’ll be sharing our peer support practice guides, upcoming su***de prevention events, the latest resources and more.

📩 Sign up to our newsletter and make sure you don’t miss it: https://bit.ly/ScotRecoveryNews

07/09/2026

This Thursday, 10 September, people interested in su***de prevention will come together at Abertay University in Dundee for a free full-day conference exploring what makes a difference in su***de prevention.

The programme includes keynote speakers, practical workshops and discussions bringing together lived and living experience, peer support, research and broader social perspectives.

There are still places available, so if you’re interested in learning and sharing ideas around su***de prevention, find out more and book your free place:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/discovering-new-perspectives-in-su***de-prevention-tickets-1990947922832

NHS Tayside

04/09/2026

Last week, we kicked off our 2026/27 Peer Connects programme with the Peer Worker Practice Exchange!

A day of sharing experiences, exchanging ideas and exploring what good peer support looks like in practice.

🎥 Watch the recap: https://youtu.be/fBtHsOHAIwg

And make sure you don't miss out on our next Peer Connects event!
Peer Leadership in Scotland: Setting the Agenda - 1 October, Glasgow

👉 Book your place: https://PeerLeadershipScotland.eventbrite.co.uk

On Thursday 27 August, peer workers came together for our Peer Work...

03/09/2026

This time last week, our Peer Worker Practice Exchange event was buzzing with conversations about peer support 💬

Our first Peer Connects event of 2026/27 brought peer workers together to share experiences, ideas and practical tips.

We’ve pulled together 10 things we learned from the day - from building trust and authentic relationships to sharing lived experience and looking after yourself.

👉 Read the article to see what stood out: https://bit.ly/10ThingsWeLearnedPWPE