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title: "Visit from Mike Palmer MBE from 3 Dads Walking and Nina Smith from Edge Hill University"
url: "https://holyfamilyhighschool.co.uk/news/2026-02-09-visit-from-mike-palmer-mbe-from-3-dads-walking-and-nina-smith-from-edge-hill-university"
school: "Holy Family Catholic High School"
---

# Visit from Mike Palmer MBE from 3 Dads Walking and Nina Smith from Edge Hill University

   9 February 2026

On **Monday 9th February**, to kick-start **Children’s Mental Health Week**, we were honoured to welcome **Mike Palmer MBE** from **3 Dads Walking** and **Nina Smith** from **Edge Hill University.**

They delivered powerful assemblies to our **Year 10, 11, 12 and 13 students**, sharing stories of hope and the vital work they are doing within the **suicide prevention community**. They spoke openly about the importance of **speaking up**, **having conversations**, and **looking out for friends**. These discussions do not cause suicidal ideation — they **reduce risk and stigma**, and encourage young people to seek support when they need it.

Alongside the assemblies, students took part in **cake sales** and wore their **PE kits** with a £1 donation. Thanks to everyone’s generosity, we were proud to present a **£1,000 cheque** to support **PAPYRUS Suicide Prevention**.

Thank you to everyone involved for making the day so impactful.

@3dadswalking @ninajosmith @papyrus\_uk
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