Advocacy Resources

In this section we provide links to a wide range of useful national resources which you can use to help you advocate for yourself. Use the filter to select a subject. Click on the title of an item to see it in full then click on link to go to the website.

We will check resources regularly, but please contact us if you find an error or a broken link as it will help us to fix it quickly.

Disclaimer: We aim to keep the information in this section up to date and correct. However we do not guarantee the accuracy or reliability of the information or services. Any reliance you place on this information is therefore strictly at your own risk. Where we provide links to other websites, Connected Voice has no control over the nature, content and availability of those sites. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.

National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children specialises in child protection and taking action to safeguard children from abuse. NSPCC website
Healthwatch is the independent national champion for people who use health and social care services. Healthwatch finds out what matters to people, and helps make sure their views shape the support they need. Healthwatch website
Advice Centres provide advice and information about benefits and might be able to provide support for appeal tribunals. Find an independent Advice Centre near you Advice UK website
Provides support for men who are survivors of rape and abuse Survivors UK website
Guide to conditions, symptoms and treatments, including what to do and when to get help. NHS website
Supports people who face court proceedings alone
Information and advice to support people with disabilities into employment. Shaw Trust website
Shout 85258 is a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope. Give us a Shout website
Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) gives employees and employers free, impartial advice and information on workplace rights, rules and best practice. They also offer training and help to resolve disputes. ACAS website