Seminar aims to reduce stigma around suicide

A new suicide prevention seminar, delivered in partnership with Shropshire Council and Shrewsbury Samaritans, is happening at Shrewsbury Guildhall next month and aims to continue the vital conversations around suicide, reduce stigma, and create safe spaces for people to share their experiences.

Delivering suicide stigma seminars

The seminar will explore how to talk about suicide in a way that is compassionate, supportive, and stigma-breaking.

Whether you’re a resident, professional, or someone affected by suicide, these events are open to all and designed to foster understanding and connection within our communities.

Cllr Bernie Bentick, portfolio holder for health and public protection, said:

Tragically, the stigma surrounding suicide isolates individuals and silences the conversations that could save lives.

In our communities, we must lead with empathy, listen without judgement, and speak with courage. Together, we can build a culture where seeking help is seen as strength, not shame. 

These seminars by local Mental Health Charities and Shropshire Council aim to progress conversations to reduce the numbers of Shropshire people, both rural and urban, who contemplate suicide.

The seminar is on Friday 7 November 2025 at 3.00pm and is completely free. Tickets can be obtained here:  Shrewsbury Talking Suicide Seminar: Ending Stigma Together Tickets, Fri, Nov 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM | Eventbrite