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Now & Beyond - Children Want To Be Heard, Not Just Helped

Now & Beyond - Children Want To Be Heard, Not Just Helped

Article Date: 07 May 2026

Article Date: 07 May 2026

Early support matters. Feeling heard matters. Connection matters.

Children and young people are growing up in a world that moves fast, so very fast. Between social pressures, academic expectations, online life, friendship challenges and worries about the future, many children and young people are carrying far more than adults often realise. That’s why platforms like Now & Beyond feel so important to me.

Designed in collaboration with young people themselves, alongside other mental health organisations, Now & Beyond is helping to bridge the gap between education and emotional wellbeing in a way that feels modern, practical and genuinely meaningful.

Working in schools myself, I know staff care deeply about children and young people’s wellbeing but time and resources can often feel stretched. Having free, accessible support like this really matters.

They are delighted to invite any educational settings to take part in The Big SPEAKOUT during Mental Health Awareness Week (w/c Monday 11th May 2026).

They encourage schools to choose any day during the week for students and staff to come together and participate in activities that raise awareness of the importance of mental health, wellbeing, and open conversation.

Early support matters. Feeling heard matters. Connection matters.

Click here for more information: https://nowandbeyond.org.uk/