Introducing Evan Grant: Co-founder and Chair of the Cameron Grant Memorial Trust, a beacon of hope in the realm of mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
Evan's journey is deeply personal, born out of the tragic loss of his son, Cameron, who took his own life at the age of 21. In the wake of this devastating event, Evan channelled his grief into action, establishing the trust to honour Cameron's memory and to advocate tirelessly for those battling mental distress.
Through the Trust, Evan works to dismantle the stigma surrounding mental health by fostering open conversations and encouraging individuals, especially young people, to speak up and seek help. Drawing from his own experience as a bereaved father and the invaluable work of the Trust, Evan's talks resonate with authenticity and empathy, shedding light on the importance of suicide prevention and the impact of depression.
Evan's dedication extends beyond the realms of advocacy. After a distinguished 35-year career at IBM, he retired to devote more time to his mission. As a Mental Health First Aid instructor, Evan imparts invaluable knowledge and skills to organizations, empowering others to support mental health in their communities.
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