We have long known that the majority of mental health issues begin in childhood & early adolescence. We also know that children & young people talk about these things to each other but don't always feel they have the appropriate information or confidence to do so.

As sometimes happens in life, the right people meet the right people at the right time-and with much support-something wonderful happens. This is one of those occasions.

The Well-being Champion is someone who can approach, listen and signpost. Who understands confidentiality and that their role is to be a helpful listener. Not a ‘Counselor’ or ‘Problem Solver’ but something even more powerful. Someone who says ‘I see you and I care’ and then helps the person to help themselves.