An evening of music, poetry, and rap is set to encourage young people to share their mental health experiences.
The event, called ‘Take the Mic 2,’ is organised by the Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership in collaboration with All Star, Common Wealth, and Bradford College.
Creative Health Officers from Bradford 2025 will also be joining in.
The event, which is free to attend, will be held at Common Space, Bradford, on Wednesday, February 5, from 6pm to 8pm.
The evening will also feature the premiere of a short film created by Healthy Minds apprentices – described by a spokesperson as “youth advocates for mental health in Bradford.”
The film is to offer “a unique perspective into the struggles faced by young people today.”
MPTheHitMaker, a young musician from Bradford who performed at the first Take the Mic event through All Star, said: “Music helps me with my wellbeing and staying focused.
“Take the Mic gave me a space to open up about my mental health through my music and connect with other young people and creatives.”
Hasan, a Bradford District and Craven Mind wellbeing support worker, said: “Take the Mic 2 is an opportunity to listen to young voices and learn from their experiences.
“It’s a chance to gain an understanding of the challenges they face and show them they are supported.”
Naomi Holdsworth is operations service manager at Bradford District and Craven Talking Therapies, which provides free and confidential support for those experiencing anxiety and depression.
Ms Holdsworth said: “Talking about mental health and sharing experiences is an essential step toward healing.
“It helps break down the stigma, offers support, and reminds individuals that they are not alone in their journey.”
Dr Junaid Azam, clinical lead for Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership, said: “Mental health is just as important as physical health, and it’s essential that we create spaces where people feel comfortable talking about it.
“These events are essential for building empathy, breaking down barriers, and empowering people to seek the support they deserve.”
Take the Mic 2 is open to anyone aged 16 and above.
Tickets can be booked through Ticketsource at www.ticketsource.co.uk/bradford-district-health-and-care-partnership-healthy-minds/take-the-mic-2-what-is-a-healthy-mind/e-pqlbab
The first Take the Mic event took place in May 2024 at Bradford College, with more than 80 attendees, ten performers, and a range of mental health stalls.
Mental health support services in Bradford District and Craven can be identified via www.healthyminds.services
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