The ideas flow… things feel possible
‘We already knew what works.’ This statement referred to peers mobilising with urgency around nitazenes – but it came up again and again throughout the DDN Conference. As each individual or team stepped forward we heard the passion, the evidence and the impact of people with lived/living experience being the lifeblood of services.
This is what happens when you bring peers together from all over the country. The ideas flow, inspiration is generated and things feel possible. By the afternoon session we were in full flow, debating effective campaigns, meaningful service user engagement and political persuasion – and how we could make sure that the enthusiasm for being involved and the appetite for change could translate into expertise and a valuable contribution to policymaking. Why wait for others to decide what’s best for you? Inform, educate, influence – see page 19 for how to get involved.
Visit our website for more pics and videos. It’s more than a conference – it’s a reminder of the team spirit we share, whether you were at the event or not. Let us know what you’re doing in your area to keep this spirit alive and kicking.
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Claire Brown, editor