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Proud winners of the National Advocacy Outstanding Service Award 2018 and 2022. We provide independent, free and confidential advocacy to people in the North East. #AdvocacyWorks connectedvoice.org.uk
⭐ Know Your Rights
Want more control over your life?
This course helps you speak up, know your rights, and make informed choices in health, housing, and social care.
👉 Interested? Email advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../advocacy...
Support people with neurological conditions? This training allows you to learn about disability models, the nervous system, rehab, communication, advocacy, law/policy & person‑centred practice.
ideal for anyone in a helping role.
Ready to grow your skills?
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../support....
As #InternationalWomensDay approaches, we stand for gender equality and recognise how intersecting discrimination impacts women.
Our Advocates have something important to share.
🎥 Watch the video 👇
#RightsJusticeAction #ForAllWomenAndGirls
Training course spotlight: Social Justice Champions
How can the principles of Independent Advocacy help you better support people in vulnerable situations?
Ideal for anyone working to support adults facing barriers or inequality.
📩 Contact us at advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk to find out more
We are here attending the North East Anti-Racism Coalition Become the Bridge pledge event today.
If you or someone you know needs support around hate crime, our Advocacy Service is here to help.
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../hate-cri...
#AdvocacyWorks #BecometheBridge
⭐ Know Your Rights
Want to feel more confident speaking up & getting what you need?
Join our self‑advocacy course & learn how to communicate clearly, ask the right questions, & understand your rights.
📩 Email advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk to find out more.
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/services/adv...
Supporting People with Neurological Conditions Training
If you support people living with neurological conditions, this training will help you strengthen your practice, confidence and skills.
Ready to grow your skills?
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../support....
At the recently opened One Centre, @outnortheast.bsky.social and wow — the facilities are fantastic! We’ll be hosting our advocacy drop‑ins here soon.
If you or someone you know needs support around hate crime, our Advocacy Service is here to help.
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/services/adv...
💜 Testimonial Tuesday
Don’t just take our word for it—hear from someone we’ve supported through our services.
We’re proud to make a difference every day. If you or someone you know needs advocacy support, get in touch:
🌐 www.connectedvoice.org.uk/services/adv...
Tomorrow marks #WorldDayOfSocialJustice
We support social justice in society & offer a free service in Newcastle & Gateshead for people effected by social issues such as housing, access to healthcare, mental health & more.
Here's how to access our services
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../refer-ou....
@connectedvoice.bsky.social
Do you work with people in vulnerable situations?
Would your team benefit from stronger advocacy, communication, and person‑centred skills?
📩 Want to learn more, get pricing, or arrange training?
Email: advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk
Build confidence in recognising, responding to and tackling #hatecrime and Anti‑Social Behaviour.
Equipping front line staff with practical tools including how to use the Hate ID App to support people affected by hate and repeated abuse.
Details below 👇
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../hate-cri....
💜 Testimonial Tuesday
Don’t just take our word for it—hear from someone we’ve supported through our services.
If you or someone you know needs advocacy support, get in touch:
📧 advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk
📞 0191 235 7013
🌐 www.connectedvoice.org.uk/services/adv...
Huge thanks to Sandeep at Haref Network members #SpiceFm, Tyneside's only Asian radio station, for inviting Mehru-Nisa Shah from #Haref and Gus Ironside from Connected Voice Advocacy for a chat about the Hate Crime Advocacy Service on this morning's breakfast show!
spicefm.co.uk
Testimonial Tuesday 💬
Hear from someone we’ve supported through our advocacy service.
We’re proud to make a difference every day. If you or someone you know needs advocacy support, get in touch:
📧 advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk
🌐 www.connectedvoice.org.uk/services/adv...
#AdvocacyWorks
Build confidence tackling hate crime & ASB.
Practical training for frontline staff, incl. using the Hate ID App, to better support people facing hate and repeat abuse.
Ideal for housing, care, health, justice, community & advice roles.
Details 👇
#HateCrime #AdvocacyWorks
Race is a protected characteristic. Our Independent Advocates use the Equality Act 2010 to uphold rights and tackle inequality through our #HateCrime service.
Learn more: www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../hate-cri...
#ChangeNeedsAllOfUs #AdvocacyWorks
#RaceEqualityWeek 2026 is about turning awareness into action.
If you or someone you know has been affected by hate crime, our advocacy service is here to help.
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../hate-cri...
#ChangeNeedsAllOfUs #AdvocacyWorks
Excited to be part of Irwin Mitchell Brain Injury Conference in London today. Our Head of Advocacy will be sharing insights on the crucial role advocacy plays in improving outcomes for people affected by brain injury.
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../spot-con...
#BrainInjury #TBI #ABI
During #RaceEqualityWeek 2026, we’re reminded that meaningful change starts with all of us.
Find out how our #HateCrime advocacy service can help you or someone you care about.
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../hate-cri...
#ChangeNeedsAllOfUs #AdvocacyWorks
For #RaceEqualityWeek we're highlighting our Hate Crime & Anti‑Social Behaviour Strategies training.
This 3‑hour interactive course gives frontline staff practical tools to better support people experiencing hate or repeated abuse.
📩 Find out more: advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk
#RaceEqualityWeek 2026 takes place from 2nd to 8th February, meaningful change happens when we take responsibility together.
Find out how our #hatecrime advocacy service can help you or someone you know.
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../hate-cri...
#ChangeNeedsAllOfUs #AdvocacyWorks
Hate Crime & ASB Strategies Training - Boost team’s skills to recognise & respond to #hatecrime
3‑hour course: Diverse community needs | ASB strategies | Types of hate crime | Hate relationships & repeated abuse
This is paid‑for training.
📩 Book or find out more: advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk
On #HMD2026 we reflect on past persecutions and stand against hate today.
Our Hate Crime Advocacy service supports anyone targeted in Northumberland or Tyne & Wear.
Need support? Get in touch 🧡📢
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../hate-cri...
Our specialist brain injury advocates work with Personal Injury claimants as part of their rehabilitation team.
Listen to our advocates talking about their work 👇
youtu.be/G_mU1_m6LhE
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../spot-con...
#ABI #AdvocacyWorks
✨ Hate Crime & ASB Strategies. Practical tools for frontline staff to recognise, respond to and tackle hate crime + ASB
✔️ Understand hate crime and spot repeat patterns
✔️ Support + empower victims
For housing, social care, health, justice & community teams.
📩 advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk
Training spotlight: Social Justice Champions
Learn how Independent Advocacy principles can help you better support people in vulnerable situations.
12 hours covering: person‑centred approaches, core skills, empowering voices & social justice outcomes.
📩 advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk
👨👩👧 Advocacy that empowers
Our specialist advocates support families navigating child protection proceedings — helping them fully engage and have their voices heard.
🎥 Hear from our advocate: www.youtube.com/watch?v=WR6X...
🔗 Learn more: connectedvoice.org.uk/.../spot-contract-advocacy
🌟 New for 2026: Advocacy Training 🌟
For anyone supporting people in vulnerable situations.
Strengthen advocacy, communication & person‑centred practice.
Tailored to your organisation.
📩 Want to find out more, including pricing or to arrange training? Email advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk
