Over the past year, we’ve laid out the realities:
* The equestrian industry is experiencing a persistent, under-addressed mental health crisis.
* Some countries and organisations are building support systems.
* Many are still not
In 2023, Equitas announced the cancellation of the planned Equestrian Mental Health Summit. It was conceived as a central platform for equestrian organisations, support services, and professionals to come together for an honest,
In recent years, various mental health initiatives have emerged within the equestrian industry. While these efforts signify progress, the availability and consistency of support remain uneven across different regions and sectors.
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Suicide is not a trend. It is not a phase. It is not someone else’s issue. It is happening within equestrianism—and it is happening more than most are willing to admit.
The Equestrian Mental Health Summit 2024, hosted by Equitas, addresses the pressing need for mental health support within the equestrian community.
This need is underscored by the findings in The Equestrian Mental Health
