Mental Health Advocacy Project (West Lothian) SCIO

MHAP is an independent advocacy organisation supporting adults aged 18–65 in West Lothian who are living with mental health issues and/or addiction issues. Our independence means we are not tied to any service provider — we act solely in the interests of the people we support.

We exist to protect rights, amplify voices, and ensure fair treatment particularly for individuals navigating complex systems such as health, social care, housing, welfare and legal processes, ensuring that those who might otherwise be marginalised are heard and respected.

We and are governed by a management committee with the majority being mental health service users.  

The Mental Health Advocacy Project (MHAP) has been in existence since the late 1980’s when care in the community began to develop. Initially, the Project was set up as a befriending service but developed into an independent advocacy service in the mid 1990’s. MHAP became a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation in May 2015.