Platfform

23/10/2025

After a successful run at the Sherman Theatre, No Man's Land, a deeply moving and gripping performance by Kyle Stead, starts this evening, Thursday 23 October at the Park & Dare Theatre in Treorchy, running until Saturday 25 October.

Tickets available online and from the following box office:
🎟 Park & Dare - Treorchy CF42 6NL
https://www.rct-theatres.co.uk/event/no-mans-land

💛 Supported by Platfform and Cyngor Celfyddydau Cymru | Arts Council of Wales
🎭Written by the award-winning Rachel Trezise
🎥 Directed by Matthew Holmquist
📸 Photography by Kirsten McTernan

23/10/2025

AD4E: CPD events that challenge the culture of diagnosis and disorder. online festival (7/11) is nearly here! It’s always a key date in the calendar for anyone and everyone interested in system change, better approaches to mental health, and challenging the narratives that shame us.

The line-up this year is looking particularly good, with some familiar names and topics ranging from the politics of psychiatry to questioning the diagnostic model, and beyond.

More info and booking here: https://www.adisorder4everyone.com/ad4e-festival

16/10/2025

A Disorder for Everyone's festival offers a whole day of change-making talks, presentations and conversations - all challenging the culture of diagnosis and disorder. Have a look at the programme and book on the link below ⬇️

🗓️Friday, 7 November 2025
⌚9:00 - 17:00
📍Online

AD4E: CPD events that challenge the culture of diagnosis and disorder.

AD4E festival 2025: A whole day of change-making talks, presentations, conversations - all challenging the culture of diagnosis & disorder!

13/10/2025

No Man's Land, a gripping performance by Kyle Stead, starts on Tuesday 14 October at the Sherman Theatre in Cardiff and we are delighted to be supporting this incredible drama alongside the Cyngor Celfyddydau Cymru | Arts Council of Wales.

Platfform team members will have a stand in the foyer at the performance on Wednesday 15 October so please pop over for a chat to find out more about our mental health and wellbeing services. Our Platfform Wellbeing counsellor, Chloe, will also be attending to offer support as there are scenes which some audience members may find distressing.

Tickets available online and from the following box offices:

🎟 Sherman Theatre - Cardiff CF24 4YE | Tues 14 to Sat 18 October
https://www.shermantheatre.co.uk/event/no-mans-land

🎟 Park & Dare - Treorchy CF42 6NL | Thurs 23 to Sat 25 October
https://www.rct-theatres.co.uk/event/no-mans-land

Written by the award-winning Rachel Trezise and directed by Matthew Holmquist.

Photography (original post): Kirsten McTernan

10/10/2025

Crisis can fuel division, and political rhetoric can feed narratives of hate. But these narratives only make it harder to connect, to build the communities that support us, and to take collective action.

We need to look for the things that unite us, the common ground, the shared experiences. People who engage with communities around them are happier, and more satisfied in life* – so let’s extend that to as many people as we can.

When times are hard, remember that it’s understandable to struggle with your mental health. You’re not alone, even if it can feel like it: many others are facing similar challenges. And when that happens, who we are or the differences in what we believe are less important than what we can achieve when we reach out across divides and help each other.

Join our mailing list and be part of the community around our work. Link in comments.



(*Source: ONS - UK measures of National Wellbeing February 2025)

10/10/2025

Wales’ next Government must continue prioritising mental health. As part of the Wales Alliance for Mental Health, Platfform is calling on politicians to make sure this happens.

We’ve also spoken to young people to create a mental health manifesto that focuses on what matters to them. Around a third of young people in the UK say they are struggling, so we need to get this right.*

Open-access support, and the importance of having communities and support networks around us, are part of the Welsh government mental health strategy. Whatever the next Senedd looks like, that strategy needs to be protected.

It’s important for every person in Wales.

Read the WAMH manifesto, and our YP manifesto, in the comments. 👇



(*Source for 'around a third' statistic: Our Future Health)

10/10/2025

When the world feels uncertain, it is natural for that uncertainty to show up in the workplace, and when times are hard, it is understandable to struggle with your mental health.

Do people in your organisation feel supported if they are struggling?

In every organisation, behind the systems, targets and strategies, there are people. Sometimes the most helpful thing we can do is to sit with someone in their distress, to listen without needing to fix, and to make sure no one feels isolated in what they are facing.

Cultures built on trust, compassion and connection help people feel safe to be honest about how they are really doing. When we have access to support in times of need, and strong networks of people who lift us up, we can help each other through the toughest moments.

Check out Pete’s blog, he explores how mental health and work are deeply interconnected and what can happen when we choose to respond with compassion: https://www.platfformwellbeing.com/blog/building-a-holistic-wellbeing-approach-for-organisations/

10/10/2025

🧠 World Mental Health Day 2025 🧠

At Platfform, we believe mental health is everyone's business. Today, on World Mental Health Day, we reaffirm our commitment to creating a world where mental health is understood, supported, and celebrated — not stigmatised.

Whether you're struggling with your mental health, out of work, or simply seeking connection, we're here. Our services are built on four core values:

❤️ Connected – Because community is at the heart of healing
🤍 Compassionate – We lead with kindness
❤️ Brave – We challenge the system, determined to secure change
🤍 Curious – We listen, learn, and grow together, asking the questions that need to be asked

From our Out of Work Service to The Welcome Space, we walk alongside you, helping you find your way back to confidence, purpose and community 🤝

Let’s build a kinder, braver world, together 🫶🏼

📧 GwentOows@platfform.org
☎️ 01495 245802
💬 Or message us on facebook

Platfform

10/10/2025

The world can feel more uncertain and dangerous at the moment. Even those of us who aren’t at the heart of global events can feel the impact of them on our mental health. A global emergency can translate into many unheard personal mental health challenges.

Over a third* of us in the UK struggle with our mental health, so readily available, open-access support is essential. Projects like our Seibiant Sanctuary crisis support, or our Hangout drop-in for young people, for example.

In times of crisis, we need to prioritise psychological support in the same way we do for our physical requirements. The health of our bodies and our minds are linked.
Find out more about these projects in the comments



(*Source for 'over a third' statistic: Big Mental Health Report - Mind)

09/10/2025

Come and talk to us!

Tomorrow (Fri 10 Oct), as part of World Mental Health Day, come and find us at .nhs free event at the National Waterfront Museum. Mandy and Sarah from our Neath Port Talbot and Swansea services teams are looking forward to chatting with you about how Platfform can connect you to the right help in your local area. Our teams offer information and guidance on open access mental health support, housing, finance, substance use, wellbeing and volunteering opportunities.

🫶 We look forward to seeing you there!

📢 Event: Access to Services – Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies
📍 Location: National Waterfront Museum, Oystermouth Road, Maritime Quarter, Swansea SA1 3RD
🕙 Time: 10am to 2pm
🌐 https://platfform.org/event/world-mental-health-day-2025/

03/10/2025

Our hearts are with the Jewish community in Manchester and across the UK in the wake of the horrific attack yesterday. We're also sending our deepest condolences to the victims' friends and families, and those injured.

At Platfform, we stand against antisemitism and all forms of violence, bigotry, and mindsets that seek to divide us. We are standing with the community in hope and solidarity and are firmly against division and hate.

Community and belonging are fundamental to our mental health and sense of safety. We must resist the spread of hate and push for a different kind of conversation: one rooted in togetherness, justice and compassion for each other.

19/09/2025

The Wonderfest is coming to the National Waterfront Museum in Swansea this Sunday 21/09, 12-4pm 🤩

We loved our Cardiff event last Saturday with tons of fun and creative activities, connecting young people and families with other local services, as well as sharing our Young People’s Manifesto.

We're looking forward to connecting with more people on Sunday!