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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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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Sport can help girls and young women build confidence, leadership and life skills that go far beyond the pitch. Our latest Spotlight explores EmpowerHER London in Brent, delivered by the RFU, and the difference rugby is making in participants' lives. #WomenInSport #CommunitySport #Rugby #EmpowerHER
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Annual Report for the Mayor of London’s Community Sport Team, 2025-26 | NDTi
This third annual report brings together evidence and learning from five spotlight, community sport projects over a two-year period (2024-’25 and 2025-’26).
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Why does language matter when we’re trying to create change? Richard Dresser from our Children & Young People’s team shares his thoughts and how they connect to our strategy: inclusion, voice & system change. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/our... #NDTiVoices #SystemChange
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Community coaches help make sport happen. Our latest Spotlight looks at the London Coaches Programme, which is creating development and training opportunities for 500 community #basketball coaches aged 16-30 across London. www.ndti.org.uk/wp-content/u... @mayoroflondon.bsky.social @nba.com #coaching
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
86% of people with a learning disability who don't have a paid job would like one. For #NationalInclusionWeek, we're resharing this research on the barriers to inclusive employment and what you can do differently. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/res... #InclusiveEmployment #LearningDisability #Research
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Real system change starts with people. Our latest blog from NDTi board member Anya Wooddissee explores why listening, relationships and people's voice are key to creating lasting change, a principle at the heart of our new strategy. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/why... #NDTiVoices #SystemChange
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
What helps sport to become a more inclusive career pathway? Our latest Spotlight shares lessons from a London-wide internships programme that provided 12-month paid opportunities for young people from underrepresented groups across the sports sector. Read more: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/ann...
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Annual Report for the Mayor of London’s Community Sport Team, 2025-26 | NDTi
This third annual report brings together evidence and learning from five spotlight, community sport projects over a two-year period (2024-’25 and 2025-’26).
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Radical leaders wanted! Across social care, we're losing talented, values-driven leaders who want to make change happen. Radical Roots is a new, fully funded leadership programme for leaders who want to challenge the status quo. www.ndti.org.uk/learn-with-u...
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Radical Roots Leadership Programme | NDTi
Discover our fully funded leadership programme for values driven leaders in social care who are ready to drive change.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
If we want to put people at the centre, we need to rethink how we measure what matters. In her latest blog, Dr Vicky Mason-Angelow reflects on working alongside young people, sharing power, and why lived experience should shape the evidence we use. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/wha... #NDTiVoices
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
What can 1,077 conversations tell us about wellbeing and prevention? New insights show how early, practical support helps people stay independent, connected and well, while giving local areas better evidence to improve support and target resources. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/mor...
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More than 1,000 conversations reveal early insights from Qrios | NDTi
Insights from 1,077 conversations reveal wellbeing pressures, the value of prevention and how local areas can invest where it matters most.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Football can be about more than sport. Our latest Spotlight highlights how QPR Football Club Community Trust created safe, female-led spaces for women and girls from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds to play football, build confidence and improve wellbeing. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/ann...
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Annual Report for the Mayor of London’s Community Sport Team, 2025-26 | NDTi
This third annual report brings together evidence and learning from five spotlight, community sport projects over a two-year period (2024-’25 and 2025-’26).
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Our latest blog from NDTi Board Member Jane Friswell explores why building inclusive systems starts with listening to people and focusing on what matters most during life's big changes. It reflects a key part of our new strategy. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/bui... #Inclusion #SocialCare #NDTiVoices
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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
The dates and theme are both set for this year's Advocacy Awareness Week! Happening at the end of November, 2026's theme is Keeping Advocacy Human. Read more about it from @ndtihello.bsky.social at www.ndti.org.uk/collection/a... #PeoplePoweredAdvocacy #AAW26
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Our latest Annual Report for London’s Community Sport Team 2025–26 explores what works for young Londoners. It shows how #communitysport helps build confidence, improve wellbeing & create pathways into education and employment. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/ann... @mayoroflondon.bsky.social
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Annual Report for the Mayor of London’s Community Sport Team, 2025-26 | NDTi
This third annual report brings together evidence and learning from five spotlight, community sport projects over a two-year period (2024-’25 and 2025-’26).
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
As pressure grows across social care, it's vital we don't lose sight of what matters, people's rights, voices, choices and place in their communities. In this new blog, @brindled.bsky.social reflects on why this matters now more than ever. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/why... #SocialCare #NDTiVoices
Speech bubble with the words "There’s never been a more important time for people of good will to make a stand for the principles, and practice, of inclusion, voice and progressive system change." Beneath is a head shot of David Brindle, NDTi Ambassador, an NDTi logo and the hashtag #NDTiVoices
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Too many young people with complex needs face disruption and instability as they move into adulthood. We were delighted to be part of a multi-agency roundtable discussion to tackle this. Read the report. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/cre... #SocialCare #Transitions #BrighterFutures
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Creating Brighter Futures | NDTi
New insights from a national roundtable discussion on supporting young people with complex needs to thrive in adulthood.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
What does meaningful inclusion look like in practice? In our latest blog, NDTi Trustee Michael Cole shares why our new strategy is rooted in equity, inclusion and challenging systemic barriers so everyone can live the life they choose. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/a-s... #Inclusion #Equity #NDTiVoices
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
On #InternationalYouthDay, we're celebrating the Young Inclusion Champions and a year of helping young people connect, lead and make a difference. Their work brings our strategy, Inclusion, Voice, System Change, to life. Read more: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/cel... #NDTiInAction #NDTiVoices
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Celebrating a year of making a difference | NDTi
Learn how the Young Inclusion Champions (YIC) have been creating opportunities for young people to connect, speak up and make a difference.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Not your average executive role. Not your average organisation. We're recruiting a new Co-Executive Director, Growth, Partnerships and Delivery. A rare opportunity to help grow our impact, build purposeful partnerships and contribute to a more inclusive society. www.ndti.org.uk/vacancies/co...
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Social care reform needs more than ambition. It needs Inclusion, Voice and System Change. Read our new strategy and hear #NDTiVoices reflections on the Prime Minister's recent social care proposals. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/lau... #SocialCare #NDTiInAction #Inclusion #Voice #SystemChange
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Launching our new strategy at a defining moment for social care | NDTi
As social care reform takes centre stage, discover how our new strategy is driving inclusion, voice and system change.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
What happens when different generations come together to talk about care? Co-produced by the Older People’s Sounding Board and NHS England Youth Forum, this resource shares practical tips to improve care, access and wellbeing. Read the top tips: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/dif... #CoProWeek2026 #NHS
Image: Members of the Older People's Sounding Board. They are standing in a line and smiling at the camera. Some are holding big cards in from of them which say: Let's make NHS inclusive; Value role of carers; More community research; Peer support, See the human being; I decide
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
NDTi is working with @electoralcommission.org.uk to understand why young people with additional needs are less likely to vote. Working alongside young people, we identified key barriers and created resources to help improve democratic education. www.ndti.org.uk/project/impr... #CoProWeek2026
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Improving democratic education | NDTi
Find out about our work with the Electoral Commission to make sure young people with additional support needs have an equal voice in democracy.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
The Guardian highlights a growing crisis in learning disability nursing. Our work shown that learning disability nurses bring distinct expertise and advocacy. Read the Guardian article: www.theguardian.com/society/2026... Explore our resources: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/the... #LearningDisabilityWeek
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The Role of Learning Disability Nurses - Resources | NDTi
Two pieces of work to explore the role of learning disability nursing in England.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Better healthcare and support can prevent people with learning disabilities dying too soon. However, currently only 4 in 10 people with a learning disability reach their 65th birthday. Help call on the government to make a plan of action: tinyurl.com/2ehzec26 #LearningDisabilityWeek
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Health Inequalities Open Letter - Learning Disability England
Learning Disability England’s National Policy Leads Network have been talking about the health inequalities people face.   They have been thinking about what the changed to NHSE and the new 10 year pl...
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
#CarersWeek Supporting carers is key to person-centred care. We’re resharing 'Top tips for NHS staff' which the Older People’s Sounding Board we host for NHS England put together with the Youth Forum. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/dif...
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Different lives, shared NHS: Top tips for NHS staff | NDTi
Read top tips on caring, mental wellbeing and accessing services from the NHS Older People's Sounding Board and Youth Forum.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Urgent webinar for advocates – have you registered? Last week’s Supreme Court ruling could reshape rights and safeguards in care. Join Gail Petty, Kate Mercer, Demi Houghton and Oliver Lewis on Thu 11 June, 9:30am to unpack what this means. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/web...
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Webinar for advocates: Unpacking the Supreme Court judgment on DoLS – the AGNI reference | NDTi
Join us on 11 June for the free webinar for advocates to unpick the Supreme Court ruling.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
We’ve published our response to the Supreme Court ruling on deprivation of liberty. This risks weakening vital safeguards at a time when people and families already face huge challenges. We’re calling for stronger rights, not less. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/a-s... #HumanRights #SocialCare #Advocacy
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
We’ve revisited our 2023 blog on homelessness and neurodiversity because there’s an important update. The full research report and a peer-reviewed journal article are now available. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/blo... #Neurodiversity #Homelessness #Inclusion #Research
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Blog: Research on homelessness and neurodiversity | NDTi
Report findings from research about homelessness and neurodiversity.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Many organisations are trying to move away from building-based day services, but keep slipping back. We call it the cycle of fragile progress. With commissioning shifting to outcomes, how do you make change stick? www.ndti.org.uk/learn-with-u... #SocialCare #ServiceTransformation #Community
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Just over a week left to apply for this great programme coordinator role within our Community Led Support team. If you're super organised and have a working knowledge of project management in public services or the voluntary sector, we'd love to hear from you. www.ndti.org.uk/vacancies/pr...
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Join us for two lively days of free webinars focusing on communities and preventative, rights-based care and support. Community Led Support spring festival, 13-14 May. Anyone can attend. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/cls...
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CLS Annual Online Spring Festival | NDTi
Community Led Support's Annual Online Spring Festival showcases and shares CLS work and success stories from across the UK.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
This year, Advocacy Awareness Week 2026 will take place 23–27 November. As we begin planning for #AAW26, we're taking time to reflect on last year. Join our first #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek online planning session, 19 May 2026, 12:00 13:00, to share your feedback www.ndti.org.uk/resource/adv...
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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 10/04/2026
Happy #NationalSiblingsDay2026! We are celebrating siblings who have grown up with a disabled or neurodivergent brother or sister. Join the conversation and tell us your #ItsaSiblingThing www.sibs.org.uk/nsd
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Could a new membership body strengthen the #advocacy sector? In 2025, NDTi, with funding from the Henry Smith Foundation, explored the feasibility of a new representative membership body for the advocacy sector. Our report is out, and we want your views: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/rep...
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Ready to turn buildings into belonging? Wee support organisations to redesign day & community services. Multi‑month journey • Residential learning • Online coaching • Practical tools • Peer support. #SocialCare #Inclusion #Community
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Days to Communities | NDTi
A change and innovation programme for day service change makers and community thought leaders.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Register now for the Community Led Support Online Spring Festival, 13–14 May! Two days of innovation and insight on strengths‑based practice, authentic coproduction, community spaces, and practical tools shaping better social care. Free and online. Programme + signup: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/cls...
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CLS Annual Online Spring Festival | NDTi
Community Led Support's Annual Online Spring Festival showcases and shares CLS work and success stories from across the UK.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Teaching young people with additional support needs about voting and democracy? Join our free webinars on making elections accessible for every learner. - Monday 23 at 4pm to 5pm - Thursday 26 March at 4pm to 5pm 👉 www.ndti.org.uk/resource/mak... #SEND #YouthVoice #DemocracyEducation
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Making democracy accessible | NDTi
Register now for this free webinar providing everything you need to help you teach about democracy and voting.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
In this blog, Lyn Griffiths, our Equal Lives and Learning Disabilities Development Lead, explores why so many services get stuck in "what feels safe." This blog is an invitation to rethink day opportunities. Read more here: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/fro...
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Are you ready to invest in sustainable, system-level change? Introducing Days to Communities, a practical, supported change journey to redesign day and community services around belonging, contribution and citizenship: www.ndti.org.uk/learn-with-u...
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Stepping into senior leadership in adult social care? Becoming a Director of Adult Social Services programme from NDTi and @skillsforcare.bsky.social is designed to give you confidence, clarity & peer support you need to thrive in the role. Find out more and sign up: www.ndti.org.uk/learn-with-u...
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Becoming a Director of Adult Social Services (DASS) | NDTi
A tailored leadership programme for aspiring DASSs, building resilience, political savvy, and strategic impact through expert-led workshops, peer support, and immersive learning experiences.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Have you seen our March newsletter? Here's a link if you missed it: mailchi.mp/ndti/ndti-co... For monthly news straight into your inbox sign up on our website. Highlights this month: - Research on community hubs - A solution to changing day services - SEND White Paper - Supported internships
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
In her new blog, Alice McColl reflects on why transition feels increasingly difficult for young people today, and what genuinely helps them move forward and find light at the end of a long tunnel. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/wha...
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Join the Minority Interest Evaluation Team! We are looking for people with a learning disability who are Black, South Asian or mixed heritage to help with a new project. - Paid involvement - Starts May 2026 - Make a difference www.ndti.org.uk/resource/min... #MinorityInterest #Evaluation
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Join the Minority Interest Evaluation Team!
NDTi is evaluating Minority Interest’s cultural competency training for support staff, funded by NIHR. We are looking for people with a learning disability who are Black, South Asian, or mixed heritag...
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
To mark #LGBTQHistoryMonth, Penny Phillips, from the NHS Older People’s Sounding Board, reflects on experiences of older LGBTQ+ people and why inclusive, coproduced healthcare must drive future change. www.ndti.org.uk/resource/imp... #LGBTplusHM26 #LGBTHM26 #LGBTplusHM
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Improving healthcare for older LGBTQ+ people | NDTi
Read a blog by Penny Phillips, from the NHS Older People’s Sounding Board reflecting on experiences of older LGBTQ+ people.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
New blog from Lauren Blood and George Evans explores why we need social, relational and community‑based approaches to mental health. Read about the research they did for Barnwood Trust: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/app...
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Approaching mental health differently | NDTi
Discover insights from our research with Barnwood Trust about social approaches to mental health and lived‑experience leadership.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Teaching young people with additional support needs about voting and democracy? Join our free webinar on making elections accessible for every learner. 👉 www.ndti.org.uk/resource/mak... #SEND #YouthVoice #DemocracyEducation
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Making democracy accessible | NDTi
A free two part webinar in early March to help you teach young people with additional support needs about democracy and voting.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
New @nihrarcs.bsky.social report shows how community hubs are making health & care easier to access – and easing pressure on services. 🔗 www.ndti.org.uk/resource/com... #SocialCare #CommunitySupport
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Community hubs are transforming access to local health and care, new report finds | NDTi
Read independent research which shows welcoming community spaces improve access to health and social care support.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Join the Minority Interest Evaluation Team! We are looking for people with a learning disability who are Black, South Asian or mixed heritage to help with a new project. - Paid involvement - Starts May 2026 - Make a difference www.ndti.org.uk/resource/min... #MinorityInterest #Evaluation
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Join the Minority Interest Evaluation Team!
NDTi is evaluating Minority Interest’s cultural competency training for support staff, funded by NIHR. We are looking for people with a learning disability who are Black, South Asian, or mixed heritag...
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Are you an experienced research and evaluation manager? We have a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated individual to design and deliver a range of research and evaluation projects. £39K per year. Discover more about this job: www.ndti.org.uk/about-us/joi... Closing date: 2 February 2026
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Join our team | NDTi
Discover NDTi, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to promoting inclusion and equality. Learn about our work to create independence and choice for all.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Become our next Community Led Support Site Lead. Apply now if you have senior level experience of driving change within communities in social care. £55k per year. Discover more about this job and the benefits of joining our team: www.ndti.org.uk/about-us/joi... Closing date: 30 January 2026
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Join our team | NDTi
Discover NDTi, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to promoting inclusion and equality. Learn about our work to create independence and choice for all.
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
New findings show early impact from Time to Talk Next Steps Scotland with @scottishgov.bsky.social . 82 young people supported in 6 months, with stronger confidence and clearer transitions. Read the report: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/ear... #TransitionsToAdulthood #Scotland #RightsBasedSupport
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Early success for Scotland's rights-based support programme for young people | NDTi
New findings highlight growing impact of Scotland’s rights‑based programme supporting young people through key life transitions.
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