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Phil Packer
Philip Michael 'Phil' Packer, MBE MA (Ed) (honoris causa) MA (honoris causa) FRSA (born 1972) is an influencer and champion of charitable support and fundraising causes for young people. He is the founder and non-paid CEO of The British Inspiration Trust (BRIT) and a patron and ambassador of a number of other charities supporting young people. His aim is "To deliver inspiration, create greater inclusion and to influence in the areas of self-harm, depression and mental health at the highest level in order to improve the vital support for young people experiencing trauma in their lives."
== Surgery and Rehabilitation ==
Packer sustained catastrophic spinal cord injuries in 2008, whilst on operational duty. When first told of the extent of his injuries, Packer was devastated.〔("Soldier Phil Packer gets ready for his biggest battle in London Marathon" ), Gareth A Davies, ''Daily Telegraph'', 17 March 2009〕〔("Courage of crippled major Phil Packer raising £1m for Heroes" ), Kate Jackson, ''The Sun'', 4 May 2009〕 He suffered a bruised heart, broken ribs, and a motor complete T12/L1 Spinal Cord Injury.〔("Marathon miracle" ), GMTV, 11 Jun 2009〕〔("How 2012 has given an Iraq casualty hope for the future" ), Neil Wilson, ''Daily Mail'', 16 October 2008〕 Doctors who treated him at the time told the 36-year-old he would never walk again.〔("Paraplegic soldier rows Channel" ), BBC News, 14 February 2009〕 Following surgery and recuperation at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital at Stanmore, and later at the Headley Court Rehabilitation Centre in Surrey, his spinal cord injury improved to T12/L1 motor incomplete. However, although his mobility has shown some improvement, he is unable to control his body temperature due to nerve damage and has no bladder or bowel function. His sexual function was also affected.〔("Major Phil Packer: 'I don't want to let other people down'" ), Phil Reay-Smith, ''Daily Telegraph'', 11 June 2009〕
Whilst these are sensitive issues, he openly discusses his own problems in order to break down the barriers that young people with similar challenges face. He uses his own personal experience of psychological trauma and depression to promote a wider understanding of mental health issues, particularly in young people. “Frank and honest discussion raises awareness of the problem and reduces social stigma,” he says.
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