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Pride Month and World Suicide Prevention Day remind us of the urgent need to protect LGBTQ+ rights and mental health. With rising hostility, funding cuts, and increasing suicide risk—especially among marginalised groups—organisations like Derbyshire LGBT+ and Stonewall are calling for action, compassion, and political courage to change the narrative.
Emma’s recent exploration of the befriending and older people’s charity sector reveals a community full of compassion and innovation. From quality awards and intergenerational campaigns to new partnerships and joyful events, there’s much to celebrate—yet the rising tide of loneliness reminds us that the sector still faces significant challenges.
More than 60 organisations across the UK are calling for urgent action to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). From funding challenges to strategic collaboration, this blog explores the latest developments and what they mean for the future of women’s support services.
Oxfordshire’s decision to cut beds, delays to the no-fault eviction ban, and undercounting of homeless women highlight growing concerns in the UK homelessness sector.
From digital leadership and ethical storytelling to funding shifts and financial transparency, the third sector is evolving. Read about the challenges charities continue to face.
Funding challenges for charities are growing. In this landscape, The List—a free, open-source tool created by Jo Jeffery and now supported by a new website—offers fundraisers a vital lifeline of updates and collaboration. We're proud to support it as headline sponsor.
Lamplight has partnered with Meaningful Measures to integrate MYCaW® and MYMOP® — two NHS-accredited, person-centred outcome tools — into its platform. This collaboration empowers charities and organisations to capture meaningful data that reflects individual wellbeing and medical outcomes, all within their existing case-work systems.
The UK’s mental health sector is under increasing pressure, with long waiting lists, funding cuts, and major organisational changes. Do new strategies and initiatives offer hope for it's future?
Unpaid Carers in the UK play a vital yet often invisible role, supporting loved ones through illness, disability, and ageing. Despite saving the government billions annually, many face emotional strain, financial hardship, and limited access to support. This blog explores the realities of caring, the gaps in policy, and the urgent need for recognition and respite.
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