1. Introduction
Our mission Our mission is to train one in ten people in mental health knowledge, awareness, and skills. We want our training to create an unshakable belief that we can all talk freely about mental health and seek support when we need it. Our values Ambitious for change We push boundaries to help our learners improve the mental health of the nation Ahead of the curve We are always looking for ways to stay ahead so we can provide the best quality courses and experiences for our learners Community builders We create a powerful movement with a common purpose which members, learners and workplaces are proud to belong Focused on impact We prioritise our efforts and resources on the activities that will make the biggest difference to the mental health of the nation Caring and equitable We believe that everyone should be seen, heard and feel like they belong
Please ensure you are using the most recent version of this handbook, which is available on your dashboard. MHFA England has developed this handbook for our Instructor Member community to help you understand and meet the necessary quality standards. Your conduct and performance will be measured against the expectations of your role(s) as a member and representative of MHFA England. This handbook will also outline what you can expect from MHFA England. The guidance for members applies to everyone: Instructor Members, Associate Instructors, and National Trainers. Associate Instructors and National Trainers have additional specific guidance for their roles. 1.1 MHFA England’s vision, mission and values These are the qualities we want people to associate with MHFA England. We do our best to live these values in everything we do and say at MHFA England, and we ask all our members to do the same. The language we choose and the way we behave should be guided by these qualities. Our vision Our vision is to improve the mental health of the nation. We want a society where everyone can thrive. We believe in zero stigma surrounding mental health. We want mental health to be openly discussed and supported.
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