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KICK START FC MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WORKSHOP

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At Kick Start FC, we believe that football is more than a game — it’s a powerful platform for bringing people together, starting conversations, and fostering positive change. Our Mental Health Awareness Workshop is designed to give individuals in our local community a deeper understanding of mental health, how it affects us all, and what we can do to support one another.

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​Mental health awareness is essential because it helps create a community where people feel understood, supported, and empowered to seek help when they need it most. By increasing awareness, we challenge the stigma that often prevents individuals from speaking openly about their experiences, allowing conversations about wellbeing to become as normal as conversations about physical health. When people understand the signs of common mental health challenges — such as stress, anxiety, or depression — they are better equipped to recognise these signs in themselves and others, enabling early intervention and reducing the risk of issues escalating. Awareness also fosters empathy, compassion, and healthier relationships, as it encourages us to consider what others may be going through behind the scenes. Ultimately, promoting mental health awareness strengthens the overall resilience of a community, helping individuals feel less alone and more connected, while encouraging a culture where seeking support is seen not as a weakness but as a positive step toward wellbeing.

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Mental health affects every one of us. By increasing awareness and equipping people with the right knowledge and support, we can help build a stronger, healthier, and more connected community. At Kick Start FC, we’re committed to promoting positive wellbeing both on and off the pitch — because when we understand each other better, we thrive together.

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Our Mental Health Awareness Workshop is FREE to attend and is open to everyone — players, parents, coaches, local residents, and anyone who wants to better understand mental health or support those around them. With the workshops being delivered in classroom and online, no prior knowledge is needed. Just bring yourself and an open mind. 

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In our Mental Health Awareness Workshop, delegates will gain a clearer understanding of mental health, learn to recognise key signs and symptoms, explore how stigma affects those who are struggling, and pick up simple stress-management techniques to support their own wellbeing and others. 

OPEN CONVERSATIONS

Delegates will also gain the confidence to start open, supportive conversations with anyone showing signs of mental health challenges. They’ll learn practical techniques for approaching these discussions sensitively and understand how to signpost individuals to appropriate sources of help, ensuring they feel heard, supported, and guided toward the right support services.

5 WAYS TO WELLBEING

Delegates will also be introduced to the Five Ways to Wellbeing — simple, evidence-based actions to improve mental health and overall wellbeing. They will learn practical strategies for connecting, being active, taking notice, keeping learning, and giving, helping them build resilience and maintain a positive mindset.

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Dates and venues for our upcoming Mental Health Awareness Workshops can be found on our social media pages, where we regularly post updates and announcements. If you have any questions or would like more information, please don’t hesitate to email us — we’re always happy to help and provide guidance on how to get involved. Click here to download our Kick Start FC Mental Health Awareness Workshop poster.

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