Stories from communities
Ciara Lawrence and Edel Harris, Mencap
How Mencap leaders shared insights on inclusion, rights and supporting people with learning disabilities through the challenges of Covid‑19.
Aspired Futures
How Aspired Futures supported vulnerable children through intensive care and managed its closure to protect young people’s wellbeing.
Action in Caerau and Ely
How ACE supported residents in Caerau and Ely through Covid‑19 with food access, financial help and community‑led support.
Youth volunteering in hospitals: the Pears #iwill Fund NHS Network
A case study on the Pears #iwill Fund NHS Network’s work expanding youth volunteering in hospitals, improving patient experience and supporting future careers.
Supporting young people into employment: WeMindTheGap
A case study on how WeMindTheGap helps underserved young adults build confidence, gain skills and move into work through supported placements.
Supporting people living with dementia and their carers: Life Changes Trust
A case study on how the Life Changes Trust improved life for people with dementia and unpaid carers through practical support, inclusion and person‑led projects.
Saving money, building connections: Foothold Cymru
How Foothold Cymru helps families reduce costs, access good food and build supportive community networks in Carmarthenshire.
Preventing criminal exploitation: Action for Children
How Action for Children supports young people at risk of exploitation through early intervention, peer mentoring and safe alternatives.
Online mentoring for veterans: Shoulder to Shoulder Online
A case study on how online mentoring helped veterans build confidence, improve wellbeing and move towards new goals after military service.
Newtown: A place to be proud of
How community‑led projects in Newtown are transforming shared spaces to boost pride, connection and wellbeing.