The McPin Foundation

The McPin Foundation is a pioneering charity based in the UK, dedicated to transforming mental health research through the active involvement of those with lived experience. Established with the vision of bridging the gap between research and real-world application, the foundation prioritises the voices of individuals who have faced mental health challenges.

At the heart of The McPin Foundation’s mission is the belief that research should be relevant and beneficial to those it aims to serve. By engaging service users in every stage of the research process, from conception to dissemination, the foundation ensures that studies are grounded in the realities of mental health experiences.

Core Activities:

• Research Participation: Actively involving individuals with lived experience in research projects.
• Advocacy: Promoting the importance of user-led research in mental health.
• Training and Support: Providing training for researchers on how to effectively engage with service users.
• Collaboration: Partnering with academic institutions, healthcare providers, and other organisations to enhance research quality.

The foundation also focuses on disseminating findings to ensure that insights gained from research lead to tangible improvements in mental health services. By fostering a collaborative environment, The McPin Foundation aims to empower individuals and communities, making mental health research more inclusive and impactful.

Through its innovative approach, The McPin Foundation is not only changing the landscape of mental health research but also advocating for a future where the voices of those affected by mental health issues are at the forefront of decision-making processes.