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SWV Rivers' Forum Read the Latest news 26th May 2023 “Quite possibly the most frank and useful forum to address river pollution of the past 20 years.” This was the assessment of former Foreign Secretary Sir Malcolm Rifkind, who chaired the first Rivers’ Forum Supporting Wounded Veterans. A remarkable group of more than 60 people came together in Berkshire over two days in May (23rd and 24th) to connect, collaborate and co-ordinate on better ways to solve the crises facing our rivers. In between short presentations from senior figures — including Environment Agency Chairman Alan Lovell — delegates discussed specific challenges in smaller groups, their answers recorded by moderators. Attendees included senior figures from water companies, NGOs, farming, academia and research, campaign groups, polluting industries, user groups, innovators and experts from abroad. This is not only an important event to work towards solutions for the UK's river pollution problem, but will also provide training and employment opportunities for Veterans within the conservation and river sector. Our Founder and CEO spoke to George Wedlake of the British Forces Broadcasting Service about the Forum and how Veterans will be working to support efforts on the nation's rivers. BFBS Interview Rivers Forum 26 MAY 23 .mp3 Download MP3 • 5.58MB Please click here for the press release. Previous Next

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Veterans Foundation Veterans Foundation With grateful thanks to the Veterans' Foundation for their recent grant which will help us carry out research about PTSD. The Veterans' Foundation has been set up to help fund charities and other charitable organisations that are helping serving and former members of the Armed Forces, and their dependents, who are in need. The charities and other organisations the Veterans' Foundation has helped include those tackling the challenges of mental and physical injuries, homelessness, unemployment, and children’s loss of parents while serving and remembrance. John, a medically discharged veteran, joined SWV's programmes in 2017: John joined the Army at the tender age of 16 in September of 2003. He attended the Army Foundation College with little or no understanding of what to expect and joined the King's Regiment in Catterick Garrison in 2004. After a tour in Iraq, he realised he wasn't the same person who had gone out there 7 months previously: he became restless, struggling with flashbacks, nightmares and night terrors. Medically discharged in 2017, John was lost and unemployed when SWV met him. We took him to Switzerland for our rehabilitation Ski Week. During this trip, he regained his confidence, met like-minded veterans and made contacts. Through those contacts, his civilian life began and he has since established a successful career. With the help of the Veterans foundation, we can continue to help wounded veterans like John discover a rich and fulfilling life after service.

VETERAN PATHWAYS RESEARCH NEWS AND EVENTS SUPPORT US ABOUT SWV Team 1 Items Our Partners More CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION: EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMMES +44 (0) 7909 090291 38 Connaught Square, London, W2 2HL United Kingdom Zizi Mason zizi@supportingwoundedveterans.com Submit Thanks for submitting! We have a permanent office at the Garden House, Royal Hospital Chelsea.

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FAQ Common questions answered for you. We know it can be daunting to take steps to make changes, but please know that we are here to help. Here are just a few of the questions we get asked, but if you have more then please get in touch. What qualifications/ skills do I need? Our one year mentoring contract on the SWV Mentoring Scheme is open to individuals who: Are enthusiastic about being a Mentor Feel able to help people move on to a new phase in their lives Are willing and able to fulfill the required time and energy commitments. Business Mentors can be from diverse and all business sectors ​Mentors should have the following skills and abilities: Experience of supporting others through periods of personal change Active listening skills Ability to be non-judgemental Ability to work within confidentiality Assertion skills Problem solving skills Ability to show empathy Ability to be objective Are self-aware and reflective Will I get paid? All of our Mentors are volunteers. You will be offered travel expenses when you have to meet your mentee face to face, so that you are not out of pocket. You will be offered the SWV Mentoring Training Programme at no cost. How long will I Mentor for? The contract with each Veteran (mentee) is for one year, after which a review of progress is carried out. Mentors and their Veterans meet a minimum of 4 times a year, with weekly mentoring sessions being carried out using online platforms. If the mentee has achieved their aims, i.e found employment, entered into education or made positive changes to their lifestyle to such an extent that they no longer need Mentor support, then the contract can be terminated. What training and support do I get if I become a Mentor? There is an initial training programme, and when that is completed and you have been given a mentee, you will be supervised by a Mentoring Scheme Coordinator who is there to ensure the aims of the programme are being met, by both Mentor and Mentee

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Recorded Sessions Recorded Sessions We have been working with experts in a number of different fields to bring you content which can benefit you in your daily lives. Introduction to Meditation In this video, Clare talks through the benefits of meditation and introduces how it works and can benefit your life. Mindful Self Compassion Liam, an ex-forces psychiatrist from Kings College gives a Presentation on Mindful Self Compassion Introduction to EFT Annie an expert EFT practitioner gives a short introduction to emotional freedom techniques. Veteran Meditation Clare 00:00 / 10:32 10 Minute Meditation Clare gives a 10-minute meditation specifically for members of the armed forces and their families Guided Meditation A Short 8 minute guided meditation given by Carolina. 30 min Relaxation Chistina 00:00 / 24:43 30 Minute Relaxation Christina gives a 30 minute guided relaxation session. Mindful Self Compassion Starter pack A guide on how to use mindful self compassion in your daily lives. Self Care and Relaxation Starter Pack Easy tips and techniques for better self-care and feeling more relaxed day-to-day.

Veterans' Foundation grants £20,000 to Pioneer Programme Read the Latest news 12 August 2021 This award brings the MDMA-assisted therapy trials a step closer to UK veterans SWV has been awarded a new grant of £20,000 to support its campaign to bring MDMA-assisted therapy to the UK. The Pioneer Programme consists of two clinical trials of MDMA-assisted therapy for veterans with severe PTSD, delivered by King’s College London in association with MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies) in the US. It will build on many years of research in the US, and the very encouraging outcomes of the Phase 3 trials there. Army veteran Martin served just shy of 16 years but was discharged with Complex PTSD. Speaking about SWV’s Pioneer Programme, Martin said: “To have a new life, to have a world where my PTSD is not as dominating as it is right now. It would be giving me a chance to have a new life….what a wonderful gift that would be.” Gilly Norton, Chief Executive of Supporting Wounded Veterans said: “We are incredibly grateful to the Veterans’ Foundation for their generous grant. The grant will support the delivery of our Pioneer Programme.” The Veterans’ Foundation have given away £7.1m since inception and we predict giving away grants amounting to £4.5m in the next 12 months. This is made possible by donations and players of the Veterans’ Lottery – thank you to everyone involved. Previous Next