Charlie Waller Trust

05/06/2026

Are you supporting a child under 12 who is experiencing anxiety?

Join our free webinar with Lisa Thomson, clinical lead at the Charlie Waller Trust, for practical tools to help you better understand and support children with anxiety.
The session is based on parent-led Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) – an approach that looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours are connected – and has been co-produced with one of our Lived Experience Partners.
Aimed at parents and carers, but open to anyone working with children.

Register here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PSpsxGOhSHaiTduHrVaWug?fbclid=IwY2xjawSPyL5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFlR2E0QjlLaDVxY1BnVUNjc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqAkvOOFYaoSY-dVbQ1HzjM62KVUq2LbZxi6nfMh2aHHfAZ2Lvawa5aAW54S_aem_ciVb_a6RIQ0RSjOsvpKsQQ #/registration

04/06/2026

Could you volunteer with us?

We’re looking for volunteers to support a range of upcoming Charlie Waller events, from local fundraising activities to some of the highlights of our annual calendar.
Scroll to see some of our current opportunities.
Whether you can help regularly or just occasionally, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply to volunteer via the link below or email [email protected] with any questions.

https://charliewaller.org/get-involved/volunteering

01/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined our webinar, How to manage your wellbeing during times of change and uncertainty.

Keeping well at work isn’t just about what we do individually – it’s also shaped by the people and environment around us.

In the webinar, we explored some of the key factors that can support wellbeing at work, including emotional regulation, positive thinking and cognitive reframing, as well as team cohesion, leadership support, role clarity and psychological safety.

One key takeaway was the importance of meaningful relationships. Good connections at work can help buffer against stress, and in remote or hybrid workplaces, this means being more intentional about how we stay connected.

Small changes in how we work, lead and support one another can make a real difference.

Our next workplace webinar is on 10 June: How to have conversations about mental health at work.

01/06/2026

This Volunteers’ Week, we’re saying a heartfelt thank you to everyone who gives their time, skills and care to support the Charlie Waller Trust.

This year alone, our volunteers have already given more than 700 hours to the Trust – helping with everything from events and fundraising to packing resources and supporting behind the scenes.

Your warmth, generosity and commitment make a real difference to our work with young people, families, schools, workplaces and communities.

A special thank you to our office volunteers, events volunteers and fundraising committees. We’re so grateful for everything you do.

29/05/2026

Our new e-learning platform is now live! The first of our higher education courses, Staff Supporting Students, is now available to access for free.

Designed for university staff, the course supports learners to build their understanding of student mental health and develop practical skills for supporting students with confidence.

More higher education courses will be added in the coming weeks and months, with further e-learning for further education also on the way. Start the free course today:
https://charliewallertrust.learnworlds.com/course/higher-education-staff-supporting-students

For staff who support students and contains 3 modules; key principles and skills and student mental health

28/05/2026

Art that keeps giving. Looking for a meaningful way to capture a loved one while supporting young people’s mental health?

Following our first art exhibition at the Mall Galleries last year, portrait artist Mia Worlidge is offering a limited number of professional portrait commissions, with around £1,000 from each portrait donated to the Charlie Waller Trust.

Mia is a professional portrait painter, artist and musician, trained in Florence in Old Masters drawing and painting techniques from life. Her portraits are shaped by “the small moments shared between artist and sitter that make up the person’s spirit.”

Mia says:

“The Charlie Waller Trust has been such a source of inspiration for me, and I am so honoured to continue to contribute in any way that I can.”

To read more about Mia’s work and find out how to commission a portrait, visit the latest blog: https://charliewaller.org/blog/art-that-keeps-giving

26/05/2026

Low mood in young people can be hard to spot – and it can feel difficult to know how best to respond.

Our recent webinar, Low Mood in Young People, explored how Brief Behavioural Activation can help young people take small, meaningful steps towards feeling more connected, motivated, and supported.

The session brought together people supporting young people in a range of settings, with 301 registrations from educators, healthcare professionals, parents, carers, family members and those working or volunteering in community roles.

Feedback from attendees was really encouraging too, with 93% saying they would recommend the webinar to a friend. Many also told us the session helped them feel more confident and better equipped to support young people.

Hosted by Dr Laura Pass and Dr Hannah Vickery, the webinar is now available to watch back, alongside the slides and supporting resources.

The intervention was first developed by Dr Pass and Professor Shirley Reynolds, former chair of evidence-based psychological treatments at the Charlie Waller Institute, our sister organisation at the University of Reading.

Watch the recording and explore the resources – https://charliewaller.org/mental-health-resources/low-mood-in-young-people

22/05/2026

Caring for someone with an eating disorder can feel overwhelming, and many parents and carers are left trying to navigate incredibly difficult situations with very little support.

In this short video, Jenny Langley explains our New Maudsley Topical Seminars for Carers of a Loved One with an Eating Disorder – fully funded online sessions designed to offer practical guidance, shared understanding and a safe space to explore common challenges.

The topical seminars give carers the chance to take a deeper dive into specific issues families may be facing, from meal support to self-harm, autism and eating disorders, and support for male carers.

The sessions are open to parents and carers supporting a loved one with an eating disorder, and are run in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential setting.

Watch the video to find out more.
To book onto a topical seminar, Find out more on our website.

22/05/2026

Free lunchtime webinars for employers, managers and teams. Charlie Waller Workplace is running free webinars to help people better understand and support mental health at work. Both sessions are completely free to attend and offer practical, evidence-based guidance for business owners, managers, HR teams, wellbeing leads and employees.

How to manage your wellbeing during times of change and uncertainty
28 May, 12.30pm–1.15pm with Abigail Hirshman

How to have conversations about mental health at work
10 June, 12.30pm–1.15pm with Dr Mike Oliver

A useful free resource for any workplace looking to support staff wellbeing.
Sign up here: https://charliewaller.org/mental-health-training-support/parents-and-carers/eating-disorder-workshops

21/05/2026

We’re hiring: youth involvement lead – maternity cover. We’re looking for a compassionate, organised and proactive youth involvement lead to join the Charlie Waller Trust on a 12-month fixed term contract.

This vital role helps ensure youth voice and lived and living experience are meaningfully integrated across our work – from supporting our Youth Ambassadors to contributing to resources, training, communications, fundraising and charitable activity.

The role would suit someone with experience of working with young people, strong interpersonal skills and a real commitment to inclusive, thoughtful involvement.

Role details:
Part-time: 2 days per week
Location: West Berkshire / hybrid, with Mondays typically in our Newbury office
Salary: £27,745–£31,227 FTE
Deadline: 12noon, Friday 5 June
Interviews: morning of Thursday 11 June in Newbury

To apply, please send your CV and supporting statement to [email protected] or visit the website for more information.

Please share with anyone who may be interested in helping young people’s voices shape mental health support.

https://www.charityjob.co.uk/jobs/charlie-waller-trust/youth-involvement-lead-maternity-cover/1068926?tsId=8