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ST ANNE Cathedral in Belfast is badociated with the Samaritans to promote a campaign that encourages people to listen to others and to be more open to discussions about mental health issues.
The Big Listen was a 24-hour fund event for Samaritans, who answered over 179,000 calls and 45,000 texts last year from people in need of support in Northern Ireland
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The cathedral, which decorated its grids with messages of hope, took part in The Big Listening to raise awareness about the plight of the homeless who sleep poorly near the building and to signal the Samaritans as somehow on the other hand, they can turn to emotional support.
Holly Wilson, Event Manager for the Cathedral and Marketing, said, "Many people were sleeping at our front door or in the vicinity. the side in our car parks. Some people have mental health problems and do not know who to talk to.
"Even though we can talk to them, we do not have professional advice, so we thought we could do something to raise"
Samaritan support workers were also at the central station to encourage commuters and visitors to improve their listening skills.
Cindy O. Shea, Regional Director of Samaritans for Ireland, said: "Every day, thousands of people from all walks of life take our train and bus stations to challenge them to take the time to listen and listen more effectively is a positive message.
"Samaritan volunteers are trained to be good listeners but it is a skill we can share and everyone can learn. "
:: From Northern Ireland, you can call the Samaritans at 116 123 or by email at [email protected] From the Republic, you can call 116 123 or send an email to [email protected].
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