expert citizens insight awards 2023 finalist
Coproduction and Peer Support Service Manager Kate Walsh was a finalist in the Expert Citizen's 2023 Awards in the category Learning
"Awarded for demonstrating they use the understanding gained from the insight of lived experience to drive continuous improvement in all they do"
Check out the highlights from the day here: Expert Citizens Insight Awards Highlights 2023 - YouTube
HEAR FROM OUR CURRENT ASSOCIATES
"This time last year was a very different story in my life whilst trying to recover from decades of drinking. Being part of Changing Futures has given me the confidence to build on my past skills and a great purpose. I believe that people with lived experience can be respected and valuable now. I even have the confidence and skills to start up a group with other recovering alcoholics, to support others in a similar situation, and the 12 months with this service has really supported where I am now and where I'm going."
"I was given the fantastic opportunity to attend a liaison and diversion conference in Manchester, hosted by Revolving Doors. found the conference really informative and was appreciative of the opportunity to share my voice and over 3 decades experience of disadvantages. It was a very informative experience and allowed me the opportunity to connect with/network with other like-minded people with lived experience! I would like to thank Changing Futures Sheffield for providing me with this opportunity”
"Absolutely love the fact that you're empowering people in recovery and giving them the tools and the confidence to air their voices based on lived experience."
"Being involved in the programme has helped my confidence a huge amount and I finally believe I can do well in my life, working with people who have/are experiencing disadvantage."
HOW TO GET INVOLVED...
Do you have experience of multiple disadvantage and want to make a difference?
Please contact our team via email, phone or text to arrange an initial chat and see what opportunities we currently have - we look forward to hearing from you.
ChangingFutures@syha.co.uk Lewis Goodyear (Programme Coordinator) - 07970 399427 Lowri Anderson (Programme Coordinator) - 07570 297590
