Tag: Root Cause Project CIC
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Finding Purpose After Service: How Root Cause Helps Veterans Rebuild Connection and Community
On Armistice Day, BBC Radio Devon spoke with three North Devon veterans – Roy, Clive and Phil from the Root Cause Project Their stories, shared with openness and humour, reveal something often unspoken: that life after military service can feel unexpectedly disorienting. Even when the decision to leave is voluntary, the transition into civilian life
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Facing the Peaks: Five Veterans Take on the 15 Peak Challenge to Support Their Own
Five veterans recently hiked Snowdon and Crib Goch as part of their preparation for the 15 Peak Challenge, aimed at raising awareness and funds for The Root Cause Project and the Royal Marines Charity. This journey symbolises their resilience and support for veterans facing challenges in civilian life, promoting community and renewed purpose.
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Nature-Based Wellbeing for Veterans: Roy Goddin on Creative Health Stories
Roy Goddin, co-founder of The Root Cause Project, discusses nature-based mental health initiatives for veterans in a recent podcast episode. Alongside other guests, he emphasizes the importance of green spaces in aiding resilience and recovery, helping veterans transition to civilian life while addressing issues like PTSD and anxiety.
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Support North Devon Veterans in Epic 15 Peaks Challenge
This June (2025), five veterans from North Devon are taking on an extraordinary challenge—the legendary 15 Peaks Hike in Wales, to raise vital funds for The Root Cause Project CIC and The Royal Marines Charity.
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Root Cause Project CIC: Building Community for Veterans in North Devon
Roy Goddin, co-founder of Root Cause Project CIC, discussed the organisation’s mission to support veterans and serving personnel during an interview on The Voice North Devon. The project emphasises mental health and community connections through therapeutic sessions. Roy invited more individuals to join their supportive environment in North Devon, aiming for broader outreach and impact.
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Celebrating One Year of Veteran Support in North Devon
The Root Cause Project CIC, a veteran-led initiative in North Devon, has successfully completed its first year, offering free mental health support to over 100 veterans through nature-based sessions. With crucial funding from the National Lottery, Co-op, and local councils, the project aims to expand its services, fostering healing and resilience among participants.
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Making the Outdoors Accessible for Veterans at Hakeford Woods
Accessibility is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience the outdoors, especially veterans who may have limited or partially restricted mobility.
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Open Day Showcases Nature’s Power for Veteran Well-being
Last Friday, we hosted an open day in North Devon to showcase how nature aids veterans and serving personnel’s mental health. Collaborating with organisations like The Royal Marines Charity, we emphasised community partnerships. Attendees experienced outdoor activities, promoting well-being and camaraderie while discussing ways to enhance support for those in need.
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Preventing Veteran Suicide: Nature-Based Support for North Devon Veterans
Transitioning from military to civilian life is challenging, with veterans at highest suicide risk within the first two years. Root Cause Project, founded by veterans, provides mental health support and nature-based healing to ease this transition, creating a supportive community. They aim to break mental health stigma and prevent veteran suicides, offering a lifeline to…
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Our Logo Design
I wanted to create an image that reflected our purpose and where our concept for the Root Cause Project derived from.
The Root Cause Project CIC 