A memorial quilt highlighting the impact of suicide has arrived on the Isle of Wight.

The Speak Their Name Memorial Quilt will be displayed at Aspire, Ryde High Street, until December 6.

It will then be shown at The Minister, Newport, from January 6 to January 24, 2025.

Each quilt square has been made by someone affected by suicide from the Isle of Wight, Hampshire, Southampton, and Portsmouth.

Councillor Debbie Andre, Isle of Wight Council cabinet member for Adult Social Care and Public Health said: "This quilt is an important reminder about the importance of mental health. Suicide has a profound effect on family, friends and the local community and each death is a tragedy.”

“We continue to work with the community on the Island to highlight the importance of mental health and wellbeing, with an approach that sees statutory agencies, the voluntary sector and others working together to prevent suicide.

"This begins with a conversation around mental health and knowing that help is available, including for people affected by suicide. If you or anyone you know needs support, please reach out. You are not alone."

The project was organised by Beeb Deacon and Lara Kynvin, both impacted by suicide, and supported by the charities Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SOBS) and Creatful CIC.