Off The Record (OTR) Bath & North East Somerset wants to hear from boys and young men in BaNES aged 10 -25 about their experiences seeking mental health support. OTR is a mental health and wellbeing charity providing free, confidential and independent support to young people aged 10-25 across Bath and North East Somerset. The survey is to help them improve its services to young people across a number of services and roles.
To take part, participants are invited to scan the QR code above or click here.
Launched in January 2025 as part of OTR’s five-year plan, the Engage project aims to increase service uptake among young men by 2027, supported by the Brownsword Charitable Foundation.
Phase one, led by Development Manager James Brown, includes a survey co-designed with young people identifying as male from OTR youth groups. It covers experiences seeking support, interests and optional personal details.
“We’re also collaborating with schools, colleges, and mental health organisations to raise awareness,” explained James. “This issue is nationally recognised by the Centre for Social Justice’s Lost Boys report and Sir Gareth Southgate’s recent Richard Dimbleby lecture.
“If you know a boy or young man struggling with mental health, please encourage them to take the survey and seek support through their school or directly from OTR.”
