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The National Development Team for Inclusion. Inspiring an inclusive society where people can live the life they choose.
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Internships Work was extended for a fourth year. We are supporting 152 local authorities in England to enhance their #SupportedInternship provision to create sustainable employment opportunities for young people.

Real life stories: www.ndti.org.uk/collection/s...

#12DaysOfImpact
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December 12, 2025 at 10:38 AM
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This year we supported 92 panel members of Care (Education) and Treatment Reviews in the South of England and delivered 15 Autistic Led Development Sessions for panel members and organisations.
www.ndti.org.uk/programme/ca...

#12DaysOfImpact #CETR #AutismSupport #LearningDisability
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December 11, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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We supported 5 young people with additional support needs to codesign and codeliver 9 national online training sessions: “Preparation for Adulthood – The Voices that Matter”.
Delivered as part of the RISE partnership.

www.ndti.org.uk/programme/pr...

#12DaysOfImpact
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December 10, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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In 2025, 30 people with a range of lived experience attended our bespoke, inclusive research and evaluation Learning Together training aimed at people who do not have a traditional research background.

Find out more: www.ndti.org.uk/learn-with-u...

This is day two of #12DaysOfImpact
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December 9, 2025 at 11:07 AM
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Based on a service in Plymouth, nine people’s well-being improved from average scores of 2/10 to 8/10 and saved the local system £1.5million per year.

Find out more about #SmallSupports: www.ndti.org.uk/programme/sm...

#12DaysOfImpact #PersonCentredSupport #BetterLives
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December 8, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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We’re proud to have supported the House of Lords Committee on the Autism Act 2009 in listening directly to autistic people, families and professionals for its final report, starting the journey to a new autism strategy.

www.ndti.org.uk/resource/the...

#Autism #AutismAct #CoProduction #Inclusion
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November 25, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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Advocacy is core element of safeguarding best practice, building trusting relationships, enabling people to speak up and upholding rights.

It's the final day of #SafeguardingAdultsWeek.

www.ndti.org.uk/resource/adv...
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November 21, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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Trust your instincts is the theme for day four of #SafeguardingAdultsWeek

Learning to respond when something doesn’t feel quite right is a core advocacy skill. Find out more about advocacy and safeguarding:

www.ndti.org.uk/resource/adv...
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November 20, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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For day 3 of #SafeguardingAdultsWeek we look at empowering environments. Advocacy providers play a vital role and by training their advocates in all aspects of adult safeguarding, they ensure advocates can identify and respond confidently to concerns when they arise.
www.ndti.org.uk/resource/adv...
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November 19, 2025 at 9:37 AM
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For #SafeguardingAdultsWeek we look at prevention in practice and the importance of independent advocacy.

Advocates provide additional safeguards in the prevention and identification of abuse and/or neglect.
www.ndti.org.uk/resource/adv...
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November 18, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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We're starting #SafeguardingAdultsWeek with a throwback to the inclusion traffic lights.

Inclusion is a fundamental to people being safe from harm. Having friends and relationships outside of services and being a part of the local community helps keep people safe.

www.ndti.org.uk/resource/adv...
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November 17, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Join us today for the final online event in our Small Supports series. Discover the potential of Small Supports as part of #neighbourhoodcare, where there is no offer of local, person-centred support . Find out more and register here: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/per...
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November 6, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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We are delighted and excited to be at today’s event Celebrating a Decade of Health and Social Care Integration in Scotland.
November 5, 2025 at 11:47 AM
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Join us today to find out what it took to make Small Supports work in Leeds. 5 November 2025, 12-1.30pm, online via Zoom. Open to anyone interested in Small Supports. Register here: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/wha... #SmallSupports #Inclusion #FreeWebinar
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November 5, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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Have you listened to our Small Supports Autumn #podcast series yet? Featuring many conversations, covering all aspects of Small Supports, including the roots of Small Supports, people with lived experience of institutionalisation, and human rights. Find out more here: www.ndti.org.uk/collection/s...
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November 4, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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Our series of online events about Small Supports starts tomorrow. Join us for our first conversation that introduces the concept of Small Supports on 4 November 2025, 12:00–13:30 (UK), online via Zoom. Open to anyone interested in Small Supports: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/the...
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November 3, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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A new peer network of Small Support organisations is taking shape, built in collaboration with our partners. Join us online, on 5 November at 2pm, for a conversation about what it means to stay small and never walk away from those we support: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/sma...
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October 31, 2025 at 10:24 AM
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Next week, we're hosting three free online lunchtime sessions about Small Supports. Choose one or join all. This series offers a deep dive into the philosophy, mechanics, and future of Small Supports. Find out more here: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/a-w...
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October 28, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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This year's theme for #BlackHistoryMonth is “Standing Firm in Power and Pride.” It’s a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of global majority communities, and a call to action for all of us. Check out this post from our Internships Work Programme:
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October 27, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Join our Board!
If you believe inclusion is a way of life, and not just a value, we'd love to hear from you. We are looking for passionate people with a range of experiences and perspectives to join our Board and help us continue to strive for social change.
www.ndti.org.uk/vacancies/jo...
October 22, 2025 at 8:09 AM
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Advocates stand with you, not for systems, not for services, but for you. They’re independent and focused solely on your voice and your choices. That’s why advocacy matters. #AAW25 #AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacyWorks
https://www.ndti.org.uk/collection/advocacy-awareness-week-2025/
Advocates stand alongside you. Advocates are independent and solely focused on you. #AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacyWorks #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek #AAW25 Image of two males sat outdoors on a bench chatting. One is wearing a hidden disabilities lanyard around his neck and is talking. The other is sitting listening.
October 17, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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Advocacy is free, independent, and confidential. Advocates help you access the support you need and make sure you’re not alone. That’s why #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek matters. #AAW25 #AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacyWorks
https://www.ndti.org.uk/collection/advocacy-awareness-week-2025/
Advocates help you access the support you need. Advocacy is free, independent, confidential and can help you find support. #AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacyWorks #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek #AAW25 Image of a person pointing at a computer and looking at a person, they are smiling.
October 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Join us for a powerful online roundtable event focusing on person centred, local small solutions supporting the closure of long-stay institutions in the UK and Europe.

Date: this Friday 17 October
Time: 13:00–15:00 UK
Location: Online
Free to attend

Register now: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/dei...
October 15, 2025 at 9:17 AM
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Advocates help secure your rights. They make sure your choices are respected and your voice is central. That’s why advocacy matters, and why we’re celebrating #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek. #AAW25 #AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacyWorks
https://www.ndti.org.uk/collection/advocacy-awareness-week-2025/
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October 15, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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Advocacy empowers people to understand their rights, make informed decisions, and be heard, especially during life’s most challenging moments.
Advocacy Focus shares the stories of Steve, Priya, James, Amina and Daniel
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October 14, 2025 at 11:05 AM