Navigating challenging meetings
10 tips to keep meetings on track. Ever sat in a meeting where you’ve been undermined or ignored? In 1999 during a brainstorming session, I presented an idea. Instead of […]
Creating positive change, one pledge at a time
At Action Hampshire, sustainability has become a growing area of focus for our team, particularly since we launched our National Lottery-funded Sustainability Project in 2024. Since then, we’ve been working […]
Inclusion Week 2026: If not everyone is feeling included, we still have work to do
National Inclusion Week on 14-20 September gives us a chance to pause, reflect and be honest about what inclusion means in practice. For us, this means celebrating progress while also […]
Why research should be from the ‘bottom up’
Historically, research has been ‘top-down’ meaning researchers have chosen the topics they would like to study, either based on personal interest or influenced by strategies set by local research organisations. Sometimes this is […]
Reflecting on success: Celebrating the winners of the Hampshire Changemakers Awards 2026 – Environmental Sustainability Award
Continuing our series of interviews with the winners of the Hampshire Changemakers Awards 2026, we turn the spotlight toward a champion of the local environment. In January, Stu Mills of […]
Preparing for an Andy Burnham government
The NCVO’s (National Council of Voluntary Organisation) piece about preparing for a Burnham government is worth a read. It encapsulates just what a ‘compelling offer’ we have as the VCSE sector. […]
Collaboration beats competition
I’ve spent most of my career working in health and social care, whether that’s been in the NHS, Adult Social Care, Public Health or the VCSE sector. Although the organisations […]
Staying sun safe throughout the summer
Did you know 59% of UK children have been sunburnt at least once! It’s officially the school holidays and for many children the next few weeks will be full of […]
Making staff well-being a priority
Wow – it has been hot! An underestimate, especially for those who have really struggled with working and sleeping, perhaps exacerbated by long term health conditions, disabilities or caring for […]
Hear Ivan’s perspective on staff well-being at Action Hampshire
Ivan, who joined the team earlier this year shares his views on Action Hampshire’s commitment to well-being. He explains; “One of the clearest aspects of Action Hampshire I came to […]
