Through the award-winning Synergi-Leeds, we are directly addressing the barriers, prejudice and stigma which contribute to the deeply concerning situation where people from our diverse communities are overrepresented in mental health services or detained under the Mental Health Act. Yet, we know this is part of a larger picture, where the wider determinants of health, such as housing, education and employment, also factor in. By working with Professor Marmot and his team as a Marmot City, we can support the whole council in taking a holistic approach to reducing inequalities.
Cllr Salma Arif - Cabinet Member
Adult Social Care, Public Health & Active Lifestyles
Leeds City Council