Baton of Hope

Sheffield United has become the first club in the north of England to sign-up to a new suicide prevention programme which will benefit players, staff and supporters.

The ‘Workplace Pledge’ is an initiative created by suicide prevention charity The Baton of Hope and supported by the English Football League and the Professional Footballers Association.

The programme teaches people what signs to look for and how to speak to someone who may be suicidal, and it comes amid rising concern surrounding the number of people taking their own lives. More clubs are expected to follow suit in the new year.

Supporters can donate here to support the local community with free suicide awareness and prevention training.

Upcoming Workshops

• Wednesday 4th February 10am – 12pm (John Street Family Hub Bramall Lane)
• Tuesday 17th February 5pm – 7pm (Online)
• Tuesday 17th March 10am – 12pm (Online)

To sign up to one of these workshops, please email batonofhope@gravitasmed.co.uk.