young people in the UK live with or care for a parent with a mental illness
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#BeingSeenAndHeard campaign success
On Wednesday 17th October, Our Time launched its ‘Being Seen and Heard’ campaign and petition at the House of Commons, calling for recognition and support for the 3.4 million children and young people affected by parental mental illness. Sponsored by Dr Lisa Cameron MP, Luciana Berger MP and Norman Lamb MP, the event was very well attended by
#BeingSeenAndHeard campaign launch
Today, Our Time launches its ‘Being Seen and Heard’ campaign and petition, calling for recognition and support for the 3.4 million children and young people affected by parental mental illness.
David Dimbleby joins Our Time as a patron
We are delighted to welcome broadcaster and journalist, David Dimbleby, as a patron to Our Time. You can read more about him on our Patrons page. Welcome David!Having a parent with a mental illness does not mean you are destined to have a mental illness yourself
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Our Time helps young people and families living with a parent who has a mental illness through family workshops, training for professionals and advocacy
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