AWARE is the depression charity for Northern Ireland working for people with depression and bipolar disorder. AWARE has an established network of 24 support groups in rural and urban areas across the country, which are run by trained volunteers. Support groups welcome people with depression & bipolar disorder as well as carers for people with the illness. AWARE deliver mental health & well being programmes into communities, schools, colleges, universities & workplaces across Northern Ireland. For more information visit www.aware-ni.org

Mental health problems and suicide rates are at an all time high in Northern Ireland and there is insufficient funding being received to deal with the issue.

I would be extremely grateful if any of my friends or family could kindly sponsor me and help raise funds for this fantastic charity.

Belfast Castle - I’ll be seeing you soon 😉