Advocacy

Shine manages the national stigma-reduction programme for Ireland. An important part of this work is our annual Green Ribbon Campaign.

At Shine, we believe that creating meaningful change in mental health services, policies, and public attitudes requires persistent advocacy.

A voluntary group of people with lived experience, family members, and supporters who work to improve mental health support, services in Ireland.

The Reference Group is a key element of the National Implementation and Monitoring Committee for Ireland's mental health policies.

At Shine, research is a cornerstone of our work to improve mental health understanding and care.

Shine’s Media Programme uses insights gathered through our media monitoring, research, and lived experience panels to advocate for national & international

Shine works closely with the media to promote responsible and accurate reporting on mental health.

Shine’s Ambassador programme gives people with lived experience of mental health difficulties the opportunity to share their story and help reduce mental h