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UK Charity of the Year (Mental Health) ACQ5 Award

Anxious Minds has clinched a prestigious international accolade at the ACQ5 Global Awards 2018.

The ACQ5 Global Awards 2018 spotlight outstanding organisations worldwide that have made a significant impact on their respective industries and demonstrate exceptional leadership in innovation. These awards celebrate the services, industries, and organisations that serve the global market landscape with distinction.

Anxious Minds is deeply honoured to have secured this major award in this year’s ACQ5 Global Awards programme. These accolades stand as a testament to the atmosphere of disruptive innovation that thrives within Anxious Minds, spearheaded by our founder and CEO, Edward Dean. He has tirelessly worked to revolutionise the ways people in the North East can access mental health support. His transformative leadership and the profound impact of the charity’s work have significantly improved access to mental well-being support in a positive and meaningful way.

At the heart of Anxious Minds’ success is its innovative approach to mental health support. Recognising the often prohibitive waiting times for NHS mental health services, the charity developed a unique model of immediate access to therapy. This groundbreaking approach ensures that individuals in crisis can receive prompt support, potentially preventing the escalation of mental health issues and reducing the strain on emergency services.

The charity’s services are diverse and comprehensive, catering to a wide range of mental health needs. From one-to-one counselling sessions to group therapy workshops, Anxious Minds offers a variety of evidence-based interventions. The organisation has also embraced technology, launching an online platform that provides resources, self-help tools, and virtual support groups, ensuring that help is accessible even to those who may struggle to attend in-person sessions.

One of the key factors that set Anxious Minds apart is its commitment to peer support. Many of the charity’s volunteers and staff members have personal experiences with mental health challenges, bringing a level of empathy and understanding that is deeply valued by service users. This peer-led approach has been instrumental in breaking down stigma and creating a supportive community for those struggling with mental health issues.

Education and awareness form another crucial pillar of Anxious Minds’ work. The charity regularly conducts workshops and training sessions in schools, workplaces, and community centres, aimed at improving mental health literacy and reducing stigma. These initiatives have reached thousands of individuals across the North East, fostering a more open and supportive attitude towards mental health in the region.

The ACQ5 Global Award is not just a recognition of past achievements, but also a catalyst for future growth and innovation. With this international acclaim, Anxious Minds is poised to expand its reach and influence even further. Plans are already underway to replicate the charity’s successful model in other regions of the UK, potentially transforming mental health support on a national scale.

Edward Dean, reflecting on the award, stated, “This recognition from ACQ5 is a tremendous honour, not just for me, but for every member of the Anxious Minds team and the thousands of individuals we’ve had the privilege to support. It validates our innovative approach to mental health support and motivates us to push even further in our mission to ensure that no one faces mental health challenges alone.”

The charity’s future plans include the development of a mobile application to provide instant access to support and resources, expansion of their youth mental health programmes, and the establishment of a research arm to contribute to the growing body of knowledge on effective community-based mental health interventions.

As mental health continues to gain prominence in public discourse, organisations like Anxious Minds play a crucial role in bridging the gap between need and support. The ACQ5 Global Award serves as a powerful endorsement of the charity’s approach and its potential to create lasting change in the mental health landscape.

About the ACQ5 Global Awards 2017:

The ACQ5 Global Awards 2017 Programme has been celebrating achievement, brilliance, and innovation in their annual awards programme with a rigorous evaluation process based on the ACQ Annual Award Framework (AAA Framework). This framework ensures that recipients of the awards truly represent the pinnacle of excellence in their respective fields. The selection process involves a combination of public votes and expert panel assessments, ensuring a fair and comprehensive evaluation of each nominee.

For more information about the ACQ5 Global Awards and their selection process, interested parties are encouraged to visit the official awards website at https://awards.acq5.com/1/. Here, one can find detailed information about past winners, the criteria for various categories, and the impact these awards have had on the global business landscape.