Show Up campaign

When you live with mental illness, it can feel like the world slowly disappears around you.  

Too often opportunities shrink, support becomes harder to access, colleagues and loved ones step back, and people hide parts of themselves to avoid judgement. At home, at work, in public services (sometimes including heathcare), out and about, and even in law and policy, stigma creates a quiet but powerful form of disappearance. 

It makes people with mental illness feel less seen, less valued, and less connected at the very moment they need the opposite. 

One thing that can make a big difference is connection: having people show up, be there, and stay visible.   

Our ambition is a Scotland that doesn't hide from mental health problems. If you believe in a Scotland that shows up, join our campaign.  

#WeePinkDot

 Take part in the Wee Pink Dot challenge

We all have a role to play in tackling mental health stigma, by showing up for mental health – whether that’s by recognising your own worth, offering kindness and connection to those around you, or by challenging the systems that disappear when the need is greatest. 

How can I Show Up?

Here are a few ideas to help you support our campaign and Show Up for people with mental illness. You can also donate to SAMH to support our ongoing work.