Mental Health Art Exhibition in Parliament
National Mind are hosting an exhibition in the Houses of Parliament from 10th to 13th March. The goal is to highlight real-life stories through art and creativity as part of their campaign to influence the Mental Health Bill currently being debated. It could bring significant change – and personal stories can make a powerful difference.
How You Can Contribute:
Submissions can be in any format:
🎨 Art, painting, collage, or drawing
🧵 Sewing or tapestry
📸 Photography
✍️ Poetry or comic strips
🎙️ Spoken word or voice recordings
Themes to explore:
- “Choice and Voice” (advocacy and being heard while detained)
- “Life on a CTO” (Community Treatment Orders and their impact)
- “Racial Disparities and the Mental Health Act”
- “Young People and the Mental Health Act”
How to Get Involved:
If you, a group, or someone you know has been affected by the Mental Health Act, this is your chance to share your story and make a difference. Please email [email protected] ASAP so we can submit your work to National Mind by their 4th February deadline.
Please note:
- Only original artwork (if selected) can be posted, with costs reimbursed.
- High-quality digital images for printing are preferred.
Thanks, and good luck to all submissions!
Posted on: 22nd January 2025