About PIPS Newry and Mourne

Background

P.I.P.S. Newry & Mourne was formed in 2003 by people who had personal experience of suicide in their family.  The groups aims are to create greater awareness of the problem of suicide and self-harm, and to offer people bereaved through suicide the chance to be themselves among friends who understand.

P.I.P.S. (Newry & Mourne) relies entirely on voluntary donations to continue its vital work in key areas of:

• Research into prevention of Suicide and Self Harm
• Information for the public to create greater awareness and reduce the stigma associated with Suicide and Self Harm
• Befriending and supporting families who have been affected by Suicide

Suicide is now a Public Health Issue, Its everyone’s problem.
Ireland has the highest rate of suicide per capita in Europe.
In 2006 ‘291’  people  in Northern Ireland took their own lives a rise of 37%.

Our Mission

Our aim is to save lives and support those affected by suicide and self-harm. To Create Awareness and thus reduce Stigma.

Funders

• Investing For Health
• Newry and Mourne District Council
• Newry Lions Club
• Belfast Lions Club

Achievements and Milestones

• Support Group Established                                           2004
• Nominated Charity at Lord Mayors Ball                  2006/2007
• Official Launch of HelpCard                                             2007
• Launch of Bereavement Package                                   2007