Supporting anybody affected by self-harm

Oswald the trophy from the Leeds Compassionate City Awards for Health and Wellbeing
Meet Oswald! We are very proud to be the winners of the 2021/22 Leeds Compassionate City Awards for Health & Wellbeing (COVID restrictions delayed the award ceremony - can we pretend we won 2 years in a row?!)
Welcome to Battle Scars. We are a small, dedicated, 100% survivor-led and run charity offering local, regional, national as well as international support around self-harm.

Self-harm is far more widespread and complex than most people think. It's also mostly hidden and often judged due to the stigma attached to it. Our aim is to break down this stigma, raise awareness, dispel the myths and support those affected by self-harm irrelevant of gender, age, background and location. 
We help those who struggle with self-harm by running easy-to-access peer support groups, with a similar group for their families, carers, and friends. Our worldwide, all-ages Facebook group offers around-the-clock peer support for anybody needing help or wishing to celebrate their achievements. 
We deliver highly acclaimed training for professionals on self-harm or eating disorders, available on set dates or for private delivery.
Our 16-25s group supports young people who may be dealing with transitional challenges. We work with schools in Leeds and the surrounding area delivering workshops and assemblies while developing stronger links with relevant services. Our new Discovery Journal for under 16's is expected to be available at the end of this year. ​​

​Creation of new mental health hub - Leeds 11

Battle Scars have the exciting opportunity to set up the new Onward Mental Health Hub in South Leeds and are looking for partners to come into the building.

We also want to hear from people who may use it or have interest in mental health and would like to share their views about what is on offer within the hub. 

Please click on image for more information on the project, information on the consultations (both F2F and virtual) and the survey to submit your views and ideas. 

​The aim is to create a welcoming, safe environment with a variety of services to support mental health and wellbeing.
The discovery journal spiral-bound workbook
FREE workbook for 10-17 year-olds who self-harm
front cover of annual report is red with pictures from Battle Scars 5th birthday activities
Our latest annual report is now out
Support web virtual group activity topic jamboard picture
Virtual group topic & activity
Feedback from training for professionals jamboard picture
Training feedback
We have various ​online and printed resources to help understand and manage self-harm, support organisations, encourage people who struggle with self-harm to reach out and build a robust support networks. 
Orange wristbands with writing. You're not alone Keep fighting battle scars wristband adult youth
Battle Scars wristbands NEW design: youth, adult & adult XL sizes available