Mental Health Awareness Week
This week is important for not only for spreading awareness, but it also allows people, of all ages, who struggle with mental health issues to either come forward and ask for help or just feel a little less alone.


This week is important for not only for spreading awareness, but it also allows people, of all ages, who struggle with mental health issues to either come forward and ask for help or just feel a little less alone.

Youth Talk celebrate four year partnership with Debenhams Ottaway

My name is Catherine and I joined Youth Talk in December. Mental health has always been a huge thing to me as a young person myself. Based on that, I knew Youth Talk would be a great place for me to work, as it represented something which I so passionately believe in and want to help.

The Sheriff’s Awards this year were awarding a fantastic £1,200 grant to charities that support young people and the unique outlook they have and contribute to the community. We want to personally thank Lionel and everyone on the panel, as winning this award means raising more awareness for Youth Talk and taking the next step towards growth within our charity. This grant specifically supports our local counselling service.

Get to know our Fundraising and Communication Assistant Rosie and find out why she joined the Youth Talk team. Hi! I’m Rosie I’m 19 and I experience not only mental …

Last October, Verulam School chose to support Youth Talk at its annual service of thanksgiving and dedication. Head boy, Owen, and Head Girl, Myli, shared an inspiring charity appeal. Read about their fundraising here!

Debenhams Ottaway's host a Christmas Jumper competition in support of Youth Talk. Find out more about Murrie - their adorable winner - and why they chose to support Youth Talk!

The Right Worshipful the Mayor of the City and District of St Albans, Councillor Edgar Hill is hosting a private, fundraising dinner at Lussmanns St Albans. The special evening will …

In this, Small Charities Week 2021, Agnes has joined the Youth Talk team - helping us continue our determination to be Stronger Together.

Debenhams Ottaway organised a photography competition during Mental Health Awareness Week as a fundraiser for Youth Talk.
