News News Archive 2010 Grants for BME mental health anti-stigma projects
Grants for BME mental health anti-stigma projects |
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| Monday, 12 April 2010 |
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NHS Health Scotland are inviting grant applications from projects targeting mental health stigma in BME communities through their ‘Are we really listening?’ programme. Grants of £3,000 will be awarded to four voluntary or public sector projects, which are expected to run between August and December 2010. The first of the three stage application process is now open and completed forms must be received by 31st May 2010. You can get the application form and guidance notes by downloading them from the Health Scotland website, or contact Jacqueline McClafferty on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it t or 0141 354 2900. The funders would particularly welcome projects that are creative, innovative, and that target men and young people. Related linksFinding strength from within - a report produced in partnership with SRN, looking at mental health and recovery with people from some of the black and minority ethnic communities in Edinburgh.Mosaics of meaning - a summary report produced by the Glasgow Anti Stigma Partnership exploring stigma and discrimination towards mental health problems with black and minority ethnic communities in Glasgow. SRN advertise a range of events and resources developed by external organisations. In doing so we do not necessarily endorse or recommend them and we are in no way responsible for content or quality. |
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