Karen Shukla Associate Instructor Member, South East England
"I work for the NHS, looking at mental health services and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Through my work it has become more evident that we, as a society, are still not comfortable talking about mental health. I became an MHFA England instructor for various reasons and deliver training in my own time. I want to raise awareness from
a cultural perspective, where the stigma is still very real in some communities. I also come from a personal perspective, with a family member who has bipolar disorder. As an instructor I also gain insight from the people who attend my courses. I enjoy how courses are so varied and rich in the conversations that take place."
Liz Kendrick-Lodge National Trainer, South West England
"I became an MHFA England instructor to reduce the stigma around mental illness. I am passionate about my part to play in increasing mental health literacy. I deliver courses to a whole range of people, including those working in schools, corporate settings and the third sector.
MHFA England training goes beyond raising awareness. It provides clear guidance which is designed to drive real action. This enables real support for someone experiencing a mental health problem. I love seeing the lightbulb moment when people realise they can, in fact, make a very real difference."
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