Stories & Partners
Discover how your support is making a difference. Read inspiring, heart-warming stories of local people, groups and organisations working to bring communities together and tackle inequalities in Islington.

Aziz’s story: “War tried to silence me – but I found my voice” 💜
This week as part of Mental Health Awareness Week and Million Acts of Hope , we’re sharing Aziz’s powerful and hopeful story. Soon after arriving

The Parent House: Taking Action for Parents’ Mental Health and Wellbeing
This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re focusing on the power of Taking Action. Because while raising awareness matters, real change happens when people come together

“A Safe Place to Land”: The Connection Between Housing and Mental Health with Stonewall Housing
This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re focusing on the power of Taking Action. Because while raising awareness matters, real change happens when people come together

Street Talk: What happens when we bring mental health support to the margins?
This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re focusing on the power of Taking Action. Because while raising awareness matters, real change happens when people come together

This is My Mental Health: Creativity, Connection and Community at Hillside Clubhouse
This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re focusing on the theme and power of Taking Action. Because while raising awareness matters, real change happens when people

Mike’s story: Finding stability and connection at the Memory Café 💜
Mike lives with epilepsy and the lasting effects of a stroke and brain tumour, which means he has very limited mobility and needs full-time care.