HelloHope

17/04/2026

A truly Brie-liant evening for our first partnership with Homage2fromage - ‘Nibbles & Natter’ incredible cheese, chats and over £500 raised to support our vital work! 🧀🙏😋

16/04/2026

Tonight is the night! 🧀

The first partnership between HelloHope and will see ‘Nibbles & Natter’ commence at the Adelphi, Leeds at 6pm to enjoy a selection of cheese in good company with all profits supporting our continued work 💖

Why do we run events like this?

Of course mental health and su***de prevention are serious subjects - su***de remains the leading cause of death in all people under 35 and men under 50 years old - and su***des continue to increase - this is the harsh reality - however we refuse to lead from a scaremongering place.

Stigma is still rife which means people suffer in silence and lives are lost - so we’re changing the narrative to come from a place of hope.

There’s a lot to be hopeful about - whilst couldn’t save her dad and lives already lost to su***de - we know most su***des are preventable - if only we can all get better at talking about it, understanding the signs that most people show (consciously and unconsciously - and not always what you’d expect) and feel confident and equipped to safely intervene and get the person to safety.

This is what our training does - sadly demand isn’t as strong as I’d like so we teach people via talks and regular events to help increase awareness and erode the stigma.

Holding uplifting events - like Nibbles & Natter, our monthly netwalks (next one is 28th April 10am at Golden Acre Park) our upcoming Hope Awards and - helps make these vital conversations easier - gradually reducing stigma and of course funding our continued work.

We’re so grateful to people who join us on this journey - and try to make this tough area as palatable as possible - and what’s more palatable than cheese! 🧀 😋

See you soon for a Brie-liant evening! 🧀

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10/04/2026

Are you a HR, people or wellbeing leader looking for practical ways to better support your staff?

Join HelloHope for our FREE webinar: Boosting Employee Wellbeing & Productivity.

This online session will explore how wellbeing impacts business performance, simple ways to improve staff morale, how to create a more supportive workplace culture, and how to balance productivity with compassion. We’ll explain more about new British Standard BS 30480: Su***de Prevention in the Workplace and there will be time for Q&A at the end.

Held online via Teams, starting at 10AM on 21st April, bookings are free but please consider a donation to support our ongoing work if you can.

If you’re passionate about staff wellbeing and want practical ideas you can take straight back to your organisation, book your place today.

StaffWellbeing Leadership FreeWebinar

01/04/2026

HelloApril! - https://mailchi.mp/e9ae163df580/guide-of-hope-pr-funding-netwalk-13882789

HelloApril!

"Where flowers bloom, so does hope" (Lady Bird Johnson) is a beautoful phrase which perfectly captures the essence of spring as a season of renewal, promise, and optimism just like our spring newsletter.

Have a read to find out what's coming up - netwalks, cheese nights, talks, Leeds Wellbeing Week, Hope Awards and more!

13/03/2026

Meet train driver Helen Donagher who saved the life of a woman who jumped in front of her train 😰

The 38-year-old, who had only been qualified for three months, started her shift at around 6.30am on a dark January morning last year.

As she was pulling out of the station, something caught her Helen's eye.

She said: "The first thing I thought was 'that's a funny place to walk' and then all of a sudden I heard a big thud but I didn't know exactly what had happened."

When Helen looked on the CCTV she saw a person on the tracks.

She said: "I stopped the train, made sure everything was safe, made sure the train was secure and the passengers couldn't get off, I made sure the line manager knew and the line was blocked and I got off the train.

"Initially, I thought the person might have fallen and asked what she was doing down there and that is when she told me she wanted to get hit by the train."

Helen called emergency services and stayed with the woman who had broken bones until they arrived.

She said: "I was of course relieved that the person was still alive but I was of course shocked.

"I just remember it felt like forever waiting for the paramedics, I don't think it was, they dealt with it really quickly and efficiently but in that moment I was just hoping they got there soon.

"I was so relieved when I saw them, it was quite dark as it was early in the morning, I was shining in my torch so that they could see where we were."

When the paramedics arrived, Helen moved the train to give them access to the patient.

She said: "There were broken bones and bruising but thankfully the person did make a full recovery and hopefully went on to get the support she needed.

"You go into the job knowing things like this are a possibility but it was a shock that it happened so soon into my career."

Helen has been honoured with a star on the walkway at York Station and the LNER Lifesaver Award for what she did.

Amazing work Helen ❤️🙌

02/03/2026

Our latest newsletter is out now!

HelloMarch! Say Cheese! -

As we move into Spring and feel the days slowly growing lighter, it’s a perfect moment to pause and reflect on what really matters. After a long winter, brighter days often help lift our spirits — but it’s important to remember that wellbeing doesn’t just happen with the change of season. It...

09/02/2026

HelloFebruary - our latest newsletter is out now!

Have a read to find out more about Leeds Wellbeing Week, free webinars, netwalks, talks and a special night of cheese in collaboration with Homage2Fromage 🧀 😋

As we power through the winter months, I’m filled with excitement about what lies ahead for HelloHope in 2026. This truly feels like a landmark year for us – one of growth, connection, and impact.

04/02/2026

30/01/2026

So pleased to have the support from fellow su***de prevention advocates sharing our HopeMap 🩷🤍💚

HopeMap - a space dedicated to sharing hope and inspiring intervention 🩷

Created by HelloHope, HopeMap is an innovative, world-first platform where individuals can share their positive stories of su***de intervention; powerful examples of how everyday people can make a life-changing difference simply by being there for someone in need.

Stories such as this help break silence and stigma and remind us that support and connection are lifesaving.

💫 Read stories or add yours at https://hopemap.uk/

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22/01/2026

And the winner is…. 🥁

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A huge thank you to everyone who entered our big charity giveaway and nominated their favourite causes.

We’re delighted to provide free mental health and su***de prevention training to the winners team members to support their service users - women seeking employment - in even more ways 💚🤍🩷

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09/01/2026

Looking for a speaker who can inspire and engage your audience? 🌟

, founder and CEO of HelloHope delivers impactful talks that raise awareness about su***de prevention, and motivate meaningful conversations about mental health.

From corporate events to community gatherings, Ellie’s authentic and empowering message resonates with audiences, leaving a lasting impression.

📩 Contact us to discuss how she can bring her unique perspective and expertise to your next event.

Together, let’s make a difference!

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04/12/2025

HelloDecember - our latest newsletter is out now!

Last night was a great success! We celebrated HelloHope Christmas with 20 wonderful attendees — the perfect moment to launch our brand-new giving-back Christmas campaign.