Recently, our EDI Team invited colleagues across the country to mark Ramadan by participating in a day of fasting. Lots of people took part and everyone broke their fast together at Iftar in Head Office. Thanks to the generosity of attendees, there was a spread of delicious home-cooked food for…
At the 2026 British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) held in February, a racial slur was heard from the audience whilst two Black men, actors Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo, stood on stage to present an award. The slur was shouted as an involuntary tic by a guest, John Davidson,…
This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is ‘Give to Gain’. It focusses on how we can promote gender equality by encouraging generosity and collaboration. The campaign is a striking reminder of how women already give so much to the world through their work, advocacy, education, training and mentorship. Yet,…
Sunday 8th March, is ‘International Women’s Day’. The theme this year is ‘Give to Gain’, which highlights the powerful idea that when we give our time, skills, compassion and leadership, we often gain growth, connection, purpose, and unexpected rewards in return. For International Women’s Day, we want to celebrate the…
Human rights are a set of rules that protect people and keep them safe. Everyone has human rights, no matter who they are. This month, we wanted to highlight the importance of people enjoying choices, rights and control over their everyday life. You can think about the types of choices…
Thank you so much to everyone who submitted a We Care Award nomination. We are delighted to announce the winners of our latest round of awards, as chosen by our panel. These awards recognise the people and teams who personify our ‘We Care’ values (Welcoming, Empowering, Compassionate, Aspirational, Respectful, Effective) and have delivered positive outcomes. Congratulations to…
Congratulations to our latest round of Creative Stars winners! Our awards for the people we support celebrate the people who shine brightly and do wonderful things for each other. We have four exciting category winners, who will receive a badge, £30 Love2Shop voucher and a certificate. Congratulations to this month’s…
The 5th December marked a huge moment for UK history as the Government announced it’s very first ‘Child Poverty Strategy,’ which aims to lift 550,000 children out of poverty by 2030. The level of children living in poverty in the UK remains one of the highest in Europe. According to…
Do you love getting creative? Our 2026 Creative Mission Competition is now open to the people we support. This is your opportunity to share your creativity and what matters most to you, inspired by your journals and the ‘I’ Statements. Share what an ‘I’ Statement means to you in your…
Every year we mark Safer Internet Day to share helpful guidance and information to support you how to stay safe online. Usually we try and share information aimed at the people we support on how to best protect yourself on the internet, but this year we’re turning our gaze towards…
