A new partnership between Sport in Mind and Archery GB has been announced, with the two organisations working together to transform the nation's mental health through sport

The two organisations will be working collaboratively to highlight the positive benefits of Archery for improved mental health, including delivery of educational programmes and Mental Health Fact Sheets for Instructors, Coaches, Volunteers and the wider the Archery community to provide a greater understanding of supporting people with mental health issues through sport. This will also include educational webinars for the Archery GB Ambassadors, to give them a greater understanding of mental health, and the positive benefits physical activity has for improved mental wellbeing.

Neil Harris, Sport in Mind's CEO says: "I am absolutely delighted that we have formed a partnership with Archery GB. Our priority as an organisation is to transform the nation's mental health through sport and our fantastic collaboration with Archery GB further enables us to do just that. I am passionate about not only ensuring that more people access community sports to improve their mental health, but that we also empower individuals within the sporting community to be able to understand mental health and support people when they need it. I am particularly excited about our Ambassador programme- education and prevention is absolutely vital at this age"

Gayle Pink, Head of Participation at Archery GB said: "We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Sport in Mind, uniting our efforts to promote mental well-being through the empowering sport of archery. Archery offers many physical and mental wellbeing benefits, including mental focus, drive, and resilience, perfect for mindfulness and letting go of everyday stress. This collaboration embodies our shared commitment to enriching lives through archery, fostering resilience, confidence, and a sense of community through sport."

The start of the partnership coincides with Mental Health Awareness Week (12th-18th May), and Start Archery Week (10th-18th May) where both organisations will be celebrating the power of sports in bringing people together, championing community, opening up conversations, and improving mental wellbeing.

The theme for this year's Start Archery Week is community, celebrating the impact being part of the archery community has at uniting people, strengthening communities and combating loneliness and isolation.

To find a Start Archery Week event near you visit Archery GB's Experience Finder.