Your Story

Your Experience Matters

If you’ve been through a difficult situation — what we call a “life storm” — you’re not alone.

While every experience is unique, many people go through similar challenges. By sharing your story, you can help highlight patterns, bring attention to common issues, and contribute to meaningful change.

Sometimes, knowing others have experienced the same thing can be empowering. Other times, your story may help strengthen someone else’s voice.

Why We Collect Stories

We use the experiences shared with us to:

Identify recurring issues and patterns
Build a clearer picture of the challenges people face
Strengthen conversations with organisations and systems
Help improve support for others going through similar situations
Every story adds value

Sharing Your Story

You can share your experience using the form below.

In this, we ask for your:

Email address – to confirm your submission and verify your story
General location (first half of postcode) – to help identify patterns across areas

Do I need to be receiving support to share my story?

No, you can share your story whether you’re receiving support or not.

If you are looking for support, you can contact us here.

Staying Anonymous

If you’d prefer to remain anonymous, you can leave your name and phone number blank.

Anonymous stories are still incredibly valuable in helping us understand wider issues. However, if you do choose to share your details, it may allow us to use your story more effectively when raising concerns with organisations.

We will always ask for your permission before sharing your story in any identifiable way.

Current Campaigns

We welcome all stories, but we are currently focusing on the following areas:

school academies &trusts

Is your child’s school part of an academy or trust?

Have you had a negative experience that has impacted you or your child?

We’d like to understand how this has affected you.

NHS EMPLOYEES

Are you, or have you been, an NHS employee?

Have you experienced challenges with management that created a difficult situation?

Please share your experience with us.

benefits system

Are you, or have you been, part of the benefits system?

Have you faced challenges or difficulties with the process?

We’d like to hear about your experience.

Share Your Story

Please share your experience using the form below.
Your story will be handled with care and respect.