Reuniting Our Roots
The Vault Unlocking Potential Advocacy Without Prejudice knowledge is power
Who we are
Mission Statement
At The Vault Unlocking Potential, we champion a society where every individual, regardless of their background or circumstances, is embraced without prejudice. Our inclusive approach extends to those with convictions and complex needs who may not qualify for mainstream services.
We believe that with the right support network and knowledge, individuals can exceed expectations and challenge societal biases. Through innovative transitional planning and comprehensive support, we advocate for pathways to meaningful employment, training, and social inclusion. By embracing these opportunities, people can lead fulfilling lives within their communities.
Our guiding principle is: “Social justice, without prejudice, knowledge is power.
What is advocacy?
Advocacy is taking action to help people say what they want, secure their rights, represent their interests and obtain the services they need. Advocates and Advocacy Providers work in partnership with the people they support and take their side. Advocacy promotes social inclusion, equality and social justice.
“To improve is to change; to
be perfect is to change often.” — Winston Churchill.
— Helen Keller, U.S. author, educator, and disability rights
advocate.
About Us
The Vault Unlocking Potential is a charity committed to supporting communities by promoting and developing community advocacy and helping those in need get the right support through the right services. The organisation’s primary objective is to support and empower local communities by providing them with the tools, resources, and support needed to advocate for their rights.
Our advocacy service aims to reach a diverse range of people who can benefit from your support and expertise, these groups may include:
- Underprivileged individuals and Families. Providing essential signposting to food banks, applying for benefits, support at meetings, dealing with correspondence, applying for grants on behalf of the client, and advocacy for families struggling with poverty.
- People with Disabilities: Ensuring their voice is heard. Referral to necessary services, accommodations, and opportunities for inclusion in all aspects of society. Acting under the Care Act advocate and Independent mental health advocate when appointed.
- Homeless Individuals: Referral to vital support such as temporary housing, job training, and mental health services to those experiencing homelessness. • Elderly Population: Referring older adults to healthcare, social engagement activities, and advocacy for their rights.
- Immigrants and Refugees: Helping newcomers to refer into appropriate services such as, language classes, and integration support to build a new life in their community.
- Marginalized Communities: Championing the rights and well-being of groups facing systemic discrimination, such as LGBTQ+ individuals, racial and ethnic minorities, and more.
By focusing on these groups, our advocacy service ensures that those who are often overlooked and face systemic barriers that limit their opportunities for growth and development. Receive the attention and support they need to thrive.
Our work is conducted through a combination of direct support, community outreach, advocacy campaigns. We collaborate with Local Authorities, NHS, DWP, housing providers local community services, healthcare providers, to ensure a holistic approach that addresses the needs of our beneficiaries from multiple angles.
Following a referral, we will identify the need and desired outcomes of the person. We will assign a suitably trained advocate to the following categories:
What we do
Citizen Advocacy
Issue-Based Advocacy
Focuses on resolving specific problems like healthcare access or workplace discrimination.
Self Advocacy
Peer Advocacy
Care Act Advocacy
Empowers adults with health and social care issues to understand their rights and access services.
IMHA advocacy
Support people with issues relating to their mental health care and treatment. They also help people understand their rights under the Mental Health Act.
Referral System
We accept referrals from self-referral and trusted partners and stakeholders who work closely with the target population.
We assess the needs of our beneficiaries through a thorough and compassionate process, which includes
Ongoing Monitoring: Regularly checking in with beneficiaries to track progress and adjust our support as needed.x Regularly checking in with beneficiaries to track progress and adjust our support as needed.
Need-based Assessment
We prioritise individuals who demonstrate significant need through our assessment process, intake interviews, reviews, and surveys. Referrals from partner organisations
Our trustees ensure that the individuals designing and delivering our services are suitably qualified by:
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We have just agreed an exciting new partnership with The Wellness Tribe in Newcastle. They are a non-profit social enterprise, registered both in the UK and overseas, dedicated to supporting individuals and families who are at high risk of experiencing mental health issues due to social and personal factors such as poverty, lack of skills, […]
Congratulations, we’re going to fund your idea. We’re really happy to tell you we will be funding your project following your application to the National Lottery Community Fund. This means The National Lottery Community Fund is giving The Vault Unlocking Potential £7632 to help our community thrive.
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