Thanks to everyone who joined us for an amazing day at the DDN Conference.
Watch a short highlight package and listen to our special live Believe in People podcast below.
Our full conference report, photos and much more will be coming soon.
Michelle Heaton and Believe in People LIVE!
One of the highlights of this year’s DDN Conference was welcoming Michelle Heaton and the Believe in People podcast for its first ever live recording.Â
Michelle spoke openly about her journey through addiction and more than five years of sustained recovery.Â
Award-winning writer, filmmaker and long-time friend of the conference Paolo Sedazzari perfectly captures the atmosphere of the day in this three-minute highlights film.
See if you can spot yourself or your colleagues!
Videos, pictures and conference reports coming soon...
Join more than 600 delegates and over 40 exhibitors at the DDN Conference on 9 July in Birmingham.
Bringing together the main providers, services and lived experience organisations from across the sector, it’s your chance to step away from the screen, make connections and be part of the conversation.
Be Part of Something Real!
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DATE
The DDN Conference takes place on Thursday 9th July 2025.
VENUE
The National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham B92 0EJ. For information on how to find the venue and parking, click here.
TIME
Registration from 9am, conference 10am-3:45pm.
EXHIBITION
If you are booked to exhibit, everything you need to know about the running of the day is here.
TICKETS
You will be issued with your ticket and delegate bag on arrival. If you are attending as part of a group we do not need all of the names (so you are welcome to swap attendees if the original person is unable to make it), just the number of delegates.
ADDITIONAL TICKETS
If you have colleagues that want to come and have not booked yet, there is still time! You can book tickets online here.
TICKET CANCELLATIONS
If you are unable to make the event we are unable to offer refunds after 28 June, as the numbers have been confirmed with the venue. We are happy for you to pass your ticket to a colleague or friend who would like to attend in your place.
PROGRAMME
The order of the day, including all session and speaker information, can be found here.
CATERING
Refreshments are provided. There will be a tea and coffee break in the morning and a full cooked lunch (including vegetarian and vegan options) in the afternoon.
Wifi is available.
You will receive free entry to the Motorcycle Museum from 3:45pm.
If you cannot find the answer to your question, please contact Ian Ralph:
ian@cjwellings.com – 07711 950 300
'Inspiring and thought-provoking discussions – new ideas aplenty to bring away, collaborate, and turn into positive change' – @lukeoneil84
The Programme
The 2026 conference programme
The event will provide a chance to learn and share covering multiple disadvantage, peer power, LEROs, young people’s issues, and much more.
Also we’re excited to announce an ongoing programme of activities including musical workshops, creative recovery, arts, sport and of course a delicious DDN curry!
Speaker details and programme timings here
'Good motivation for peer support and lived experience… some awesome speakers' – @HarmReductionUK
Exhibition and sponsorship
Would you like to exhibit at this year’s DDN Conference?
With over 600 delegates and in excess of 40 exhibitors, the DDN Conference is the event to connect with everyone in the sector, showcase your products and shine a spotlight on your services!
Space is very limited so contact ian@cjwellings.com today for more information.
If you have booked a stand details for exhibitors are here.
'As always, great conversations and inspirational speakers' – @ViaOrg_
Delegate Places
Activism, debate, networking, inspiration, campaigning, practical advice and support… you’ll find it all at the annual DDN Conference.
Your voice matters: come to Birmingham to engage in the biggest conversation about better, fairer treatment for all. You’ll be inspired, informed – and have an enjoyable day among friends, partners and new contacts.
Ticket prices from £99. Online credit/debit card booking is available here
There was such a feeling of dedication and togetherness... the team feel renewed and ready to implement new strategies'
New to the DDN Conference?
We can promise you a fantastic day full of inspiration, networking, learning, community and much more.
Don’t just take our word for it – read what people who attended last year said.
