Stories | Mencap

Edel Harris's speech from the NHS Confederation's annual Mental Health Network Conference

5 March 2020

Edel Harris

On Thursday 5 March, Mencap CEO Edel Harris spoke at the NHS Confederation's annual Mental Health Network conference. Take a look at what she had to say.

Why I’m supporting Mencap

31 May 2019

Kit Harington

Kit tells us about his relationship with his cousin and the importance of changing societies attitudes

Being a Gym Sidekick – Improving Fitness AND Confidence

23 June 2016

Anonymous

I have been volunteering as a Gym Sidekick with Des in Rotherham since February

We are stepping up for Mencap

3 June 2016

Anonymous

As a group of Mencap support workers prepare for the tough Step Up test, they speak about why they are taking part.

Happy Volunteers Week

2 June 2016

Anonymous

Kate tells us why volunteering is so important and enjoyable.

Tower running - stepping up to the challenge

31 May 2016

Anonymous

Experienced tower runner Patrick gives us his best tips and advice in preparation for the Step Up event.

Our Step Up story

17 May 2016

Anonymous

The events team talk about the upcoming Step Up event.

Not OkCupid: discriminatory question found on dating website

5 May 2016

Anonymous

Mencap is calling on the dating website OkCupid to remove a deeply offensive question

Filming with Game of Thrones star Kit Harington

22 April 2016

Anonymous

Ciara talks about filming with Kit Harington for Mencap and why his support is important.

Reflecting on my marathon journey

20 April 2016

Anonymous

Last blog before Chris takes on the London Marathon in support of Mencap.

Result of the independent review into the photo of a Mencap support worker

15 April 2016

Anonymous

This blog talks about the review and reflects on its findings.

Our Radio

13 February 2016

Anonymous

Our Radio is a community radio station run by people with learning disabilities.