ISSUP is proud to support The Anti-Stigma Network mission to end the stigma and discrimination surrounding mental health in the UK.
The Network has been created to help amplify the huge variety of anti-stigma work being done across the UK; enabling us all to maximise our shared effort to take action to end stigma.
In time, the Network will also produce and encourage the creation of original work in collaboration with members.
The Anti-Stigma Network recognises that many organisations and individuals are doing amazing, impactive and creative work to address stigma. It aims to build on this work by bringing individual people, families, communities, educational institutions, charities, businesses and policymakers together to share, learn and create.
Lived experience and fundamental human rights are the driving force behind the Network, and it aims to use evidenced based approaches to make real world change.
There is no political allegiance, or prevailing agenda, other than an ambition for people affected by drug and alcohol use to be treated fairly, justly and with dignity.
Anyone can join the Anti-Stigma Network and there is no charge.
We just ask that you commit to:
- Calling out stigma and discrimination when you experience it and observe it.
- Working with other members to share how best to understand stigma and fight discrimination.
To find out more and join us visit - www.antistigmanetwork.org.uk