A Birmingham-based charity dedicated to assisting young people has revealed the changing landscape of youth unemployment, highlighting a strong desire among young individuals to work rather than rely on benefits. Tamzin …
Dan Collins, a student at Birmingham University, passed away in 2018 after facing challenges within mental health services often described as falling through a ‘black hole’. To honor his memory, a new short film titled You …
Kirsten Laycock’s story is one of perseverance amidst years of pain and dismissal by medical professionals. For over a decade, Kirsten endured chronic pain, debilitating fatigue, and irregular bleeding that seriously affected …
A disabled woman has opened up about the unexpected reactions she’s faced since being awarded Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Though many initially seemed supportive when she applied, some now appear “put out” that she …
Young men in the West Midlands are sharing their own experiences to encourage others to seek mental health support when needed. A new campaign launched in Birmingham and Solihull aims to raise awareness about a free, …
Labour MP Josh Newbury from Cannock Chase has bravely shared his personal experience of sexual assault to highlight the urgent need to end the stigma around male victims of rape. During a Commons debate on International Men’s …
Ilhan, a mother from London, has spoken out about the harsh realities of claiming Universal Credit, describing her experience as deeply humiliating and frustrating. The TikTok content creator shared a heartfelt account of …