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Advocacy leaders urge government to ‘swiftly’ implement Mental Health Act reforms
A joint letter calls for rapid action to improve the mental health system.
VoiceAbility launches new advocacy service in Thurrock
Advocacy services in Thurrock are now provided by VoiceAbility.
Sectioned but with no plan for treatment: Khalid's story
Nursing staff agreed he was well enough to be discharged, but Khalid needed support to be in the room where decisions were made.
Routes into advocacy: campaigning for better housing
“Through my experience as a housing campaigner, I am a stronger advocate.”
Choosing your future: how advocacy supported Hayden to be heard
Hayden will be leaving his residential school at the end of the year. What next?
Mental Health Act reform: Parliamentary committee publishes its report
An influential joint committee of parliamentarians who have been scrutinising the draft legislation of the Mental Health Bill published…
Advocacy and medical treatment: George's story
Some people face significant barriers to receiving the right treatment.
“An advocate comes from within”: what makes a good advocate?
Manager Denise shares what makes someone qualified to work in advocacy.
"I was very happy to see her": Garth's story
Garth’s mum used to phone him every day - until suddenly the calls stopped.
Health and Wellbeing Alliance projects in 2022 - 2023
We’re pleased to share the three projects we’re working on this year to support the mission of the Health and Wellbeing…
Using professional curiosity in safeguarding
Good advocacy practice means always being alert to the possibility of abuse.