Consent first
Written consent is recorded before a story or photo is published, and it can be withdrawn at any time.
Our consent & dignity policy
Every story here is published only with the written consent of the person it is about - and of a parent or guardian for anyone under 18. We tell stories in people’s own words, never use images that take away their dignity, change names or details on request and remove a story whenever the person asks us to.
Stories
Stories will be shared here with the consent of the people involved.
See our programmesOur approach
How we tell stories
Stories help others understand what change looks like. We share them carefully.
In their own words
We share people’s experiences as they tell them, without exaggeration.
Dignity always
No pictures of distress or need used to attract sympathy - people are shown with respect.
Privacy protected
Names, places and faces are changed or hidden when the person prefers it or when it keeps them safe.
The process
How a story is shared
- 1
Conversation
A team member or volunteer listens to the person’s experience.
- 2
Written consent
The person (or guardian) agrees in writing to what will be shared and how.
- 3
Review
The story and photos are shown to the person before publication.
- 4
Publication
Only then is the story published - and it is removed whenever they ask.
Part of our programmes? Share your experience
If our work has made a difference to you or your family and you would like to share it, we would love to hear from you.