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See Me explored the experiences of veterans all over Scotland to launch The Guard campaign, which aims to encourages veterans who are struggling with their mental health to ask for help more quickly.

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On average it takes more than 10 years for a veteran to seek support for their mental health, with many reaching crisis point before telling anyone. This is a vital campaign putting the stories of five veterans at its heart.

I was invited to the launch of the campaign at Waverley station, where portraits of the veterans were on display, accompanied by a QR code which people can scan to hear their stories. I met the veterans who had bravely put themselves forward for the campaign, including Stacey, who now works for Combat Stress, supporting fellow veterans with their mental health. You can view more about the campaign here.

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A range of activity and engagements took place in July, with highlights including a celebration of the work of Unforgotten Forces and the chance to speak with members of the Royal Canadian Navy and Air Force on board HMCS Ville de Quebec.

Read more in my latest blog, link in bio - SVC news and blogs 🔗
A range of activity and engagements took place in July, with highlights including a celebration of the work of Unforgotten Forces and the chance to speak with members of the Royal Canadian Navy and Air Force on board HMCS Ville de Quebec. Read more in my latest blog, link in bio - SVC news and blogs 🔗
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Delighted to speak with members of the Royal Canadian Navy and Air Force on board HMCS Ville de Quebec which visited Glasgow as the flagship of Standing NATO Maritime Group 1.

It was an honour to meet the commander of SNMG1, Commodore Maryla Ingham RN pictured here with women Naval veterans.
Delighted to speak with members of the Royal Canadian Navy and Air Force on board HMCS Ville de Quebec which visited Glasgow as the flagship of Standing NATO Maritime Group 1. It was an honour to meet the commander of SNMG1, Commodore Maryla Ingham RN pictured here with women Naval veterans.
6 days ago
Last month I published my latest report on Veterans and Employment. This review looked at the developing landscape for veteran employment, and the associated opportunities and challenges for those leaving Service. 

Read more in my latest blog, link in bio - SVC news and blogs 🔗
Last month I published my latest report on Veterans and Employment. This review looked at the developing landscape for veteran employment, and the associated opportunities and challenges for those leaving Service. Read more in my latest blog, link in bio - SVC news and blogs 🔗
1 week ago
A valuable meeting with 51 Brigade’s SO2 Welfare at Redford Barracks yesterday, discussing the challenges faced by Service Leavers and their families, particularly around health, employment and housing.

A key takeaway was the importance of Service Leavers accessing the support, briefings and information available to them, and ensuring that the advice provided reflects the realities of settling in Scotland. Access to the right information at the right time can make a real difference to a successful transition.
A valuable meeting with 51 Brigade’s SO2 Welfare at Redford Barracks yesterday, discussing the challenges faced by Service Leavers and their families, particularly around health, employment and housing. A key takeaway was the importance of Service Leavers accessing the support, briefings and information available to them, and ensuring that the advice provided reflects the realities of settling in Scotland. Access to the right information at the right time can make a real difference to a successful transition.
2 weeks ago
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