Southern Derbyshire
   Voluntary Sector Mental Health Forum

                                                                               Registered Charity Number. 1099282

About us
We have been in existence since 2001. You can read a brief history of our organisation in our current Business Plan.

SDVSMHF Business Plan 2010 - 2013
Our services include:
Forum Meetings
The Forum meets every two months on Tuesday afternoons at various venues across Southern Derbyshire.  Additionally, a joint countywide meeting with local mental health commissioners is held twice yearly. Meetings are open to all members organisations. See our Membership Policy

We also keep you informed through our Forum News e-bulletins, postal mailings and events.
Training
We signpost to and deliver training. In particular, we deliver Mental Health Awareness training to partner organisations in the public, private and voluntary sector. We also offer a wide range of training opportunities in partnership with the local voluntary sector.
Development Support
We can help you to develop your organisation and joint projects. Our Development Support service provides bespoke support, depending on your organisation's needs.
Mental Health Equalities Programme
We work closely with Derbyshire NHS Foundation Trust and community partners to improve the delivery of mental health services to people from diverse communities in Derbyshire, particularly focussing on:
- Access
- Competency
- Assurance

If you would like more information or have any queries related to the Mental Health Equalities Programme please contact Emmanuel Williams, our Community Equalities Officer.
Representation
We represent our members at a strategic level and enable you to have a say in local service planning. More information is available on the Representation page.

Annual Report 2011-12
Please click here to see our most recent Annual Report which offers a reflection of the Forum's activities.
Equality and Diversity
SDVSMHF aims to be an inclusive organisation, where diversity is valued, respected and nurtured. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and recognise that people from different backgrounds and experiences bring valuable insights and enhance the way we work.

Our Equality and Diversity policy can be viewed here.
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