Bray People

Positivity stones with ‘Unity in our Community’ initiative

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‘POSITIVITY Stones’ which aim to promote positive mental health and well-being are being used to drive home this important message on Bray beach. The temporary ground graphics are one of a number of simple actions being implemente­d across the town to promote the ‘Unity in our Community’ message in these uncertain times

The first positivity stones were added to Bray beach during Connect Ballywaltr­im’s 24 Hour Youth Marathon last summer which was hosted by Connect Bray Neighbourh­ood Youth Project.

Adam Burke, from the Connect Bray Neighbourh­ood Youth Project said: ‘ This new local mental health and wellbeing campaign will brighten up Bray with inspiring words and aims to encourage good positive vibes within the community during this difficult time.’ The initiative is supported by Connect Bray Neighbourh­ood Youth Project,

Be Well Bray, Comhairle na nÓg, Wicklow County Council and Bray.ie. Cllr Anne Ferris, Cathaoirle­ach of Bray Municipal District said: ‘ The new ground graphic installati­ons are currently being installed and can be seen throughout some of the main public spaces around the town.’ Infectious disease pandemics like coronaviru­s can be worrying.

This can affect a person’s mental health but there is lots of advice and tips on how to look after your mental wellbeing, stay active and stay connected via bray.ie. Any person who needs to talk to someone now can free call the Samaritans on 116 123.

 ??  ?? Front: Adam Burke and Dermot O’Brien, Back: David Forde, Cllr Anne Ferris, Oisin Nuñez.
Front: Adam Burke and Dermot O’Brien, Back: David Forde, Cllr Anne Ferris, Oisin Nuñez.

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