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Downing Street Charity Tribute
21 January 2009
PAPYRUS chair, Anne Parry, attended a reception at 10 Downing Street as a guest of Delyn MP David Hanson in recognition of the work the charity does throughout the UK. Leading Government figures paid tribute to the hard working individuals and organisations in the public and voluntary sector, which make such a positive difference to our communities.
Speaking at the event Harriet Harman MP, the Leader of the House of Commons, thanked all of the individuals and public organisations that continue to work so hard in communities to change lives and make a difference.
David Hanson said: “I want to pay tribute to the work that PAPYRUS does in our community. Having worked with the charity over a number of years I know what important work they do and I am proud to be a patron.
“There are so many people that work so hard in the public and voluntary
sector to lift communities and make a difference to people’s lives; it was
inspiring to see so many of them together at Downing Street.”
Said Anne Parry: “It was an honour to represent the charity at such a prestigious event and for PAPYRUS to be recognised by the Government for our contribution to
society.”
PAPYRUS is a national charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide, raising awareness that suicide is not necessarily the ultimate result of feeling suicidal. Founded in 1997 by a group of parents who had lost a son or daughter to suicide, it aims to support families, friends, carers and anyone else who works with young people in a professional capacity. Its helpline HOPELineUK 08000 68 41 41 is staffed by trained mental health professionals who give practical help and advice to anyone concerned that a young person they know may be feeling suicidal. It also takes calls from suicidal young people.
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