"Safe spaces for young people to talk, trauma-informed services, strong relationships with trusted adults, and compassionate community responses are not optional extras. They are essential measures that help prevent harm before it occurs."
Writing his first blog post for Careif, Dr Koravangattu Valsraj looks at the recent phenomenon of social media being used to encourage organised fights between schools in London. In the context of this, he discusses the importance of early #MentalHealth support.
www.careif.org/blog/2026-3-...
Front cover of Careif Indo-Caribbean report set against a dark blue background.
#IndoCaribbean communities have shaped the UK for over 75 years and helped rebuild Britain post WW2—yet remain invisible in our health data. New findings show health inequalities. It’s time the Indo Caribbean population is counted.
See our report: static1.squarespace.com/static/624a0...
The event will provide a free joint training workshop for both psychologists and interpreters. Both groups will have an opportunity to discuss their respective roles and learn from each other.
Register on Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/psychologi...
Careif are pleased to be involved in offering a new event on 24 March in London which will provide free joint training for psychologists and interpreters working within #MentalHealth.
Careif Chair, Professor Rachel Tribe, has written a blog post that looks back at the life of Dr Suman Fernando who passed away last year. This post also includes a video from a recent event that celebrated the life and legacy of Dr Fernando.
www.careif.org/blog/2026-2-...
Our vision at Careif is that sharing knowledge changes lives.
We work in collaboration with global stakeholders in #MentalHealth, and on fostering strategic links, nationally and internationally, with like-minded organisations.
We recently shared the news that Professor Rachel Tribe, the current chair of Careif, has been awarded the Fukuhara award for Advanced International Research and Service by the International Council of Psychologists.
www.careif.org/news-and-eve...
He was also a full-time Judge of the Court of Protection until July 2024. His main areas of interest are human rights law, mental health and capacity law, legal aid and legal reform projects.
We're pleased to welcome Anselm Eldergill as our latest Associate.
He's a solicitor and an associate at Doughty Street Chambers and an Honorary Professor of Mental Health and Mental Capacity Law at @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social
At Careif, we:
+ 🙌 respect the traditions and values of individual societies & cultures
+ 👫 encourage people to work together, share experiences and inspire others
+ 💖 promote positive changes and facilitate the creation of good quality care
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Dr Sue Jacobs, the Chair of the awarding committee, noted that “Professor Tribe had an outstanding record of achievement and was the most diverse of all the nominees in relation to her impact internationally.”
We are pleased to announce that Professor Rachel Tribe, the current chair of Careif, has been awarded the Fukuhara award for Advanced International Research and Service by the International Council of Psychologists.
www.careif.org/news-and-eve...
At Careif, we:
+ 🙌 respect the traditions and values of individual societies & cultures
+ 👫 encourage people to work together, share experiences and inspire others
+ 💖 promote positive changes and facilitate the creation of good quality care
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Chaired by Professor Rachel Tribe (Careif Trustee), the webinar will explore how psychological, socio-cultural, geopolitical, and environmental factors influence mental health. It will cover key research findings, practical applications for clinicians, and implications for policy development
Careif are delighted to be involved in an upcoming webinar:' A Geopsychiatry Perspective on Research, Policy, and Practice' that will take place on 26 January 2026, 2pm.
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/webinar-a-...
In sadder news we were all devastated this year by the passing of our long-standing patron Patrick Michael “Rick” O’Shea.
We would like to thank all of our supporters and wish everyone a peaceful end to the year, however you choose to celebrate it. 🙏
It's been a busy and productive year at Careif. We've hosted and supported many events, most notably including the ‘Unspoken’, #MentalHealth film festival in October.
2025 also saw the publication of our new book 'Social Justice, Social Discrimination and Mental Health'.
Careif recently supported a successful event to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr Suman Fernando.
Suman was known for his warmth, humour, and generosity of spirit and was always willing to share his knowledge and mentor others.
www.careif.org/news-and-eve...
Dr Jed Boardman (@jedboard.bsky.social) looks back at the ‘Unspoken’ #MentalHealth film festival which was supported by Careif.
He reflects on how the magic of film can provoke people to get together and open up their minds and emotions to public discussion.
www.careif.org/blog/2025-10...
The report also makes six recommendations, one of which is that the Government should include Indo-Caribbean as a separate category in the next #census to enable better tracking of health and wellbeing outcomes, as well as identifying potential areas for targeted intervention.
The report examines the history of the Indo-Caribbean community in the UK, the prevalence of #MentalHealth conditions among the community, barriers to accessing mental health services, and the existing services available.
Careif are delighted to announce the publication of an important new report on 'The Health Needs of the Indo-Caribbean Community in the United Kingdom'.
www.careif.org/news-and-eve...
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay and it is also the end of the 'Unspoken' #MentalHealth film festival that's been taking place in London.
The final film tonight is preceded by our Careif book launch event. Full details of the event are here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/unspoken-a...
A limited number of tickets are still available for the launch event. Visit our eventbrite listing and use the offer code 'FRIENDSOFTHESOURCE' to get tickets for only £5!
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The evening will start with the launch event for our book 'Social Justice, Social Discrimination and Mental Health'. Professor Rachel Tribe (Careif Trustee) has written a preview of the event for The Psychologist (@psychmag.bsky.social)
www.bps.org.uk/psychologist...
The film tells a powerful story about a British-Pakistani rapper Zed, who is on the brink of stardom when a sudden illness forces him to return home and face the family and heritage he left behind.
Friday's final film in the 'Unspoken' #MentalHealth film festival is 'Mogul Mowgli' and is being shown at The Source, University of East London in Stratford (5-9pm).
www.uel.ac.uk/the-source
Film summary:
When a respected elder’s dance at a wedding goes viral, his world unravels under the weight of moral scrutiny. Sarmad Khoosat’s poignant film examines shame, faith, and the search for dignity in a conservative society.
