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Rizwan Javed MBE in his Elizabeth line hi-vis vest at the foot of station escalators

Welcome to Untangled29

Rizwan Javed MBE has helped 34 people step back from the edge. He'd reached 29 when he founded Untangled29, which is where the name comes from. It shares what he's learned, so more of us can notice, ask and help.

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01 / 03Our mission

34

lives saved through conversation

MBE

for services to vulnerable people, 2024

2015

when the journey began

02 / 03Recognition

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2015

The training

Completes Samaritans' Managing Suicidal Contacts course. A week later, he helps his first person in crisis.

2021

Points of Light

Recognised by the Prime Minister for his lifesaving work on the railway.

2023

Lifesaver Award

Wins the Samaritans Lifesaver Award at the RailStaff Awards.

2024

MBE

Appointed MBE in the New Year Honours for services to vulnerable people.

03 / 03Where to next

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