MJLD

Merseyside Junior Lawyers Division are delighted to announce our charity for 2025/2026, Alfie's Squad.

 

Alfie was only 8 back in 2017, when his dad died by suicide. Unable to find support from others who understand what he was going through, Alfie decided to begin fundraising, so other children didn’t feel alone.

 

Launched in 2023, Alfie’s Squad is still the only peer support group of its kind in the UK, for children and young people aged 6–17 who have lost a loved one to suicide. Alfie's Squad welcome up to 50 young members to weekly fun and engaging activities in a safe and welcoming space. Families travel across the North West to the Liverpool-based group, where young members meet others who understand and share experiences. Their second Hub recently opened in Bolton on 13th October, allowing them to reach even more families with key support.

 

There is a high risk of children and young people bereaved by suicide struggling with their own mental health in later life. Feelings of isolation, guilt, and stigma are common. That’s why their groups are so important. 

 

Whether it’s being covered in paint, trying new skills like photography or simply encouraging each other at games night, the peer support between them all is helping to build friendships and confidence. Parents and carers also get the chance to benefit from their own support group, while the young members are nearby.

 

The MJLD are proud to support the vital work of Alife's Squad. Our Charity Representatives, Hannah Chapman and Holly Knowles, have some exciting events planned including a pre-loved sale, charity fundraiser night, and wellbeing event.

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We are inviting donations for our pre-loved sale now! Do you have any formal wear (office or evening) which could go to a new home? Please consider donating it at our collection point at 4 St Paul's Square, Liverpool.