Active Lancashire Receives Prestigious Lived Experience Charter Gold Award

Active Lancashire is proud to announce that it has been awarded the esteemed Lived Experience Charter Gold Award. This accolade recognises our unwavering commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for individuals with lived experience in the areas of substance misuse and recovery, mental health, criminal justice, and homelessness.

The Lived Experience Charter, spearheaded by NHS England and Career Matters, aims to enhance the recruitment and integration of individuals with lived experience into various sectors. Active Lancashire’s dedication to this initiative has been instrumental in driving significant policy and system changes, promoting equality and diversity within our organisation.

Key Highlights of Active Lancashire’s Achievements:

• Comprehensive Training and Participation: Our team has actively engaged in extensive training sessions and meetings, ensuring a thorough understanding and implementation of the Lived Experience Charter values and themes.
• Policy and Cultural Adaptation: We have successfully adapted our policies and organisational culture to create a more inclusive workforce, demonstrating our commitment to positive practices and equality.
• Collaboration and Commitment: Active Lancashire has collaborated closely with the Career Matters team throughout the program, showcasing our dedication to the principles of the Lived Experience Charter.
• Leadership and Career Progression: We have provided robust support for career progression, leadership training, mentoring opportunities, and have visible lived experience leaders within our organisation.

Hannah Kirkbride, CEO of Career Matters, commended Active Lancashire for its significant contributions: “Your service has been an integral part of the process and valued for your involvement in the Lived Experience Charter. Your commitment to creating an open and inclusive workforce is truly commendable.”

Active Lancashire will hold the Lived Experience Charter status for three years. We are excited to continue our journey towards fostering an inclusive environment and contributing to the Lived Experience Charter Community of Practice.

For more information about Active Lancashire and our initiatives, please visit www.activelancashire.org.uk.