On Thursday 27th November, I was honoured to join 280 stakeholders at the annual Suicide and Self‑Harm Conference, hosted by the Kent and Medway Suicide Prevention Team. The day brought together lived and learned experience experts in suicide prevention, self‑harm, mental health, and community engagement. The overriding theme was hope . Hope was described as a protective factor for many, and the message was clear: suicide is everyone’s business. Language Matters Speakers with

In today’s workplace, what you can’t see can cost you dearly. Traditional surveys and surface metrics often miss the real issues—burnout, disengagement, cultural friction, and innovation blockers. Leaders are left flying blind during times of change. Akumen’s Narrative Experience gives you a clear window into the lived experience of your workforce, transforming open feedback into evidence you can act on. Many organisations already collect employee feedback through surveys, pu

On 13th November over 200 people joined the Towards Zero Suicide annual event at the Royal Cornwall Showground in Wadebridge — and it was a powerful day. The event blended moving lived experiences with moments of lightness, laughter, and even dancing. It was a brilliant example of how serious conversations can still feel human, hopeful, and connected. Akumen' s Research & Innovation team were proud to run a workshop on AI & Protective Factors (the relationships, activities, v

The government’s Keep Britain Working  review is a clear call for change. Too many people are out of work because of poor health, and too many employers are unsure how to help. The review says we need to act differently — and at Akumen, we’re already doing just that. We help organisations understand what their people are really experiencing, especially during times of change. Our Narrative Experience platform turns honest feedback — from surveys, interviews, or chats — into c