📣 Our CEO John James will be speaking at the 49th National Sickle Cell Disease Scientific Meeting & Research Symposium. Proud to see the Sickle Cell Society contributing to global conversations shaping the future of sickle cell care and research. 🔗 www.fscdr.org #SickleCell #Research #HealthEquity

📢 We’re hiring: Fundraising Database Officer Help strengthen supporter engagement and fundraising impact at the Sickle Cell Society. 📅 Apply by 7 June 2026 🔗 www.sicklecellsociety.org/fundraising-... #SickleCell #Hiring #FundraisingJobs

🏃‍♂️ Great to meet some of our amazing Hackney Half runners on Sunday, including Jordan & Elom, running for the Sickle Cell Society. Shoutout to Emancipated Run Crew for showing out for #GiveBloodSpreadLove too 💛 Thank you to everyone who ran & fundraised! #HackneyHalf #TeamSickleCell #Fundraising

📢 We’re hiring: Prison Estate Training & Development Lead (London) Help lead an NHS England pilot project improving care and reducing health inequalities for people living with sickle cell in custody.📅 Apply by 22 June 2026🔗 www.sicklecellsociety.org/fundraising/... #Hiring #SickleCell #HealthEquity

🏃‍♀️ Hackney Half 2026 – Come cheer with us! Join Team Sickle Cell at Mile 5, then help us cheer runners through to the finish 🏁 📅 17 May 2026 ⏰ 10:30am–12pm 🚆 Hackney Central #HackneyHalf #TeamSickleCell #CheerZone

Men aged 35+ attending KCH Hospital are invited to the final Ageing Well with Sickle Cell focus group. 28 May | ⏰ 6–8pm 🎟 £50 Love2shop voucher for attendees. Can’t attend? Share your thoughts here: www.menti.com/alnt2nxu4bwu 🔗 Book now: events.bookitbee.com/kings-colleg... #SickleCell

POV: London Marathon 2026 A huge thank you to everyone who ran for the Sickle Cell Society — your dedication, energy and commitment means so much 💛 It was incredible to have our team at Mile 16.3, cheering you on every step of the way. We’re so proud of you all! #LondonMarathon #TeamSickleCell

🏃‍♂️ London Marathon 2026 Join us & Emancipated Run Crew at Mile 16.3 to cheer on our runners! 📍 New Balance Cheer Zone 2 ⏰ 11:30–12pm 🚆 Mudchute (DLR) Bring the energy and support Team Sickle Cell 💪 #LondonMarathon #TeamSickleCell #CheerZone

🎭 Crescent Cell, Sickle Moon A powerful and imaginative new play exploring care, pain and trust for people experiencing sickle cell crises — co-created with the community. 🔗 buff.ly/qANBQUn #SickleCell #Theatre #HealthEquity #PatientVoice

🏃‍♂️ Hackney Half 2026 – 1 space left! Run with Team Sickle Cell and make every mile count. 📩 [email protected] ⏰ Apply by 17 April, 10am #HackneyHalf #RunForACause #SickleCell

Our CEO John James had the pleasure of joining St Mary’s Calne at their Open Mic Night during Charity Week. Huge thanks for supporting the Sickle Cell Society and for raising an amazing £6,168.24! 💛 #SickleCell #Fundraising #ThankYou

📣 Join us for Sickle Cell: Resilience Through the Years A day celebrating ageing well with sickle cell through community, conversation and connection. 📅 18 April 2026 📍 St Anne’s Church, Soho RSVP via QR code #SickleCell #LondonEvents #Community

Wishing everyone a peaceful and joyful Easter 🌼 A time for reflection, hope and new beginnings — we hope this season brings you moments of rest, happiness and connection with loved ones. From all of us at the Sickle Cell Society, we’re sending you warm Easter wishes. 💛 #Easter #HappyEaster

📢 Deadline extended: North West Programme Manager You now have until 29 April 2026 to apply. Lead our CYP Peer Mentoring Programme and make a real impact for young people living with sickle cell. 🔗 www.sicklecellsociety.org/north-west-p... #SickleCell #Hiring #ProgrammeManager

We’re recruiting Mentors in North West England for our CYP Peer Mentoring Programme. 📍 Liverpool, Manchester & Sheffield Make a real difference for young people living with sickle cell. 🔗 www.sicklecellsociety.org/nw-s-yorks-m... #SickleCell #PeerMentoring #Hiring

We’re looking for healthcare & non-clinical volunteers for our Sickle Cell Family Retreat 2026. Support families, build community and make a real difference. 📅 Apply by 10 April 2026 🔗 Volunteer Application Form #SickleCell #VolunteersWanted #MakeADifference

📣 Join our Sickle Cell Engagement Event 📅 16 May 2026 | 🕛 12–3pm 📍 St Thomas’ Hospital or online Share your experiences and help shape better care. Register: In person: buff.ly/BGDZQVz Virtual: buff.ly/Cith4BM #SickleCell #PatientVoice #LondonEvents

Only 2 weeks left to visit the Sickle Cell Society Exhibition – Our Journey, Our Story. 📍 Royal London Hospital, Inclusion Hub (Level 14) 🕐 Mon–Fri, 1–4pm 📅 Closes 11 April Head down and see it before it closes. #SickleCell #SickleCellSociety #Exhibition

Please note our helpline will be closed on the 31st March 2026. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding. #SickleCellSociety #HelplineUpdate #CommunitySupport

Important update: meningitis advice for people living with sickle cell and thalassaemia. Know the symptoms and when to seek urgent care. Read more: www.sicklecellsociety.org/staying-safe... #SickleCell #Meningitis #HealthUpdate

We’re hiring a Mentor Administrator (North West England) to support our Peer Mentoring Programme. Help coordinate support for young people living with sickle cell. 🔗 www.sicklecellsociety.org/mentor-admin... #SickleCell #SickleCellSociety #Hiring

We’re recruiting a Clinical Director for our CYP Peer Mentoring Programme (London). Lead clinical oversight and help improve transition outcomes for young people with sickle cell. 📅 Apply by 28 April 2026 🔗 www.sicklecellsociety.org/clinical-dir... #SickleCell #SickleCellSociety #Hiring

📢 We’re recruiting Trustees. We’re especially looking for people with lived experience of sickle cell and/or fundraising experience to join our Board. Your insight, perspective and expertise play a vital role. 🔗 buff.ly/PxgwQ1f #SickleCell #Trustee #Fundraising

We’re hiring a South West London Clinical Lead for our Peer Mentoring Programme. 📅 Apply by 27 April 2026 🔗 www.sicklecellsociety.org/clinical-lea... #SickleCell #SickleCellSociety #Hiring

Eid Mubarak to all those celebrating 🌙 Wishing you a joyful and peaceful Eid filled with love, reflection and time with family and community. From all of us at the Sickle Cell Society, we hope you have a blessed celebration. #EidMubarak #Eid #SickleCellSociety #Community #Togetherness

Sign up to join our transition workshop on wellbeing, healthy lifestyle and staying safe. This session is for North-East London Sickle Cell patients aged 14+ and will take place at Stratford Library.📲 Scan the QR code or click the link below to register: bit.ly/4s33TVD #SickleCell #Transition

Join us for the Sickle Cell Society Exhibition – Our Journey, Our Story plus a programme of talks, workshops & community events. 📍 Royal London Hospital (Level 14) 📅 11 Mar–11 Apr 🕐 Mon–Fri, 1–4pm Come and be part of the conversation. #SickleCell #SickleCellSociety #Exhibition

Help us create sickle cell content that actually works for you. We want your input on topics. Think:🔍 Clear, myth‑busting explainers on treatments or Guidance for moving from child to adult services. Have your say and get involved: buff.ly/r1EEjjV #SickleCellAwareness

A huge thank you to Core Sports UK for raising £2,000 for the Sickle Cell Society. Here are some highlights from the King of the West Nigeria vs Ghana match — congratulations to everyone who took part! #SickleCellSociety #CommunityFundraising #CharityFootball

Sending love this Mother’s Day to all the incredible mums in our community. 💐Your strength and resilience inspire us every day. From all of us at the Sickle Cell Society, we celebrate you. ❤️ #MothersDay #SickleCellMums #SickleCell #SickleCellCommunity

We’re delighted to share that the Sickle Cell Society Exhibition — Our Journey, Our Story is now open. 📅 11 Mar – 11 Apr 2026 📍 Royal London Hospital, Inclusion Hub (Level 14) 🕐 Mon–Fri, 1–4pm We look forward to welcoming you. #SickleCell #SickleCellSociety #Exhibition

We’re hiring a Part-time Assistant Finance Officer (14 hrs/week) to support our Finance & Admin Manager. 📅 Apply by 21 April 2026 📧 [email protected] 🔗 buff.ly/i7Wp3i5 #SickleCellSociety #CharityJobs #FinanceJobs #Hiring

Please see our official statement regarding the Same Day Emergency Care Unit at The Royal London Hospital and the latest update following discussions with commissioners. #SickleCellSociety #SickleCell #PatientVoice #HealthEquity

Breaking news: We have been in discussions with commissioners regarding the Same Day Emergency Care Unit at The Royal London Hospital, and as a result, it will reopen. Full statement to follow. #SickleCell #SickleCellSociety #PatientVoice #HealthEquity #NHS

Thank you to the Women’s Fellowship of the Anglican Igbo Church of the Holy Trinity for their generous £250 donation, kindly delivered to our office on 25 Feb. We’re grateful for your support of the sickle cell community. #SickleCellSociety #ThankYou #CommunitySupport

Last year we asked families and volunteers what they thought of our Sickle Cell Family Retreat — here’s what they said. Registration for 2026 is now open. Secure your place today: www.sicklecellsociety.org/childrens-ac... #SickleCell #FamilySupport #ApplyNow

Happy #RareDiseaseDay. Sickle cell is one of the fastest growing genetic conditions in the UK— yet it remains under-resourced. We’re joining Genetic Alliance UK to call for equity in rare diseases. See powerful artwork by Rose Matheson capturing what equity means. #SickleCell

We’re honoured to bring back Our Journey, Our Story: History & Memory of Sickle Cell Anaemia in Britain 1950–2020.11 Mar–11 Apr 2026 at The Royal London Hospital Mon–Fri, 1–4pm With thanks to Barts Health, Black Cultural Archives & Wellcome Collection. #SickleCell

Thank you to Core Sports UK for hosting a charity football match in Nottingham on 1 March 2026 (4pm KO) in support of the Sickle Cell Society. Donations from the event will help support people living with sickle cell. Fundraiser linked here 🔗 buff.ly/6kAbrXC #SickleCellSociety #CharityFootball

Registration is now OPEN for our 2026 Sickle Cell Family Retreat 🎉A FREE weekend away for families with a child (6–15) living with sickle cell — full of learning, adventure and connection. 📅 31 Jul–2 Aug 2026. Apply now: buff.ly/D8v5PUe #SickleCell #FamilySupport

Thank you to the Human Race Foundation for inviting our CEO John James to their fundraising charity ball on Saturday. We’re grateful for over a decade of continued support — and for a brilliant evening of community, entertainment and fundraising. #SickleCellSociety #Community

Ramadan Mubarak to all who observe 🌙 From the Sickle Cell Society team, we wish you a peaceful and blessed month filled with reflection, strength and togetherness. #RamadanMubarak #Ramadan2026 #SickleCellSociety #Community #Wellbeing

📢 Launching today (17 Feb): our Welfare & Benefits Support Service with Citizens Advice. Free support for people with sickle cell in East London & Essex. Self-refer by phone, email or QR. #SickleCellSupport #EastLondon #Essex

Valentine’s Day is coming—let’s talk love, health & the future 💗Hosted by Kesewaa Browne, our latest podcast explores screening & pregnancy planning for sickle cell and thalassaemia, with NHS, UKTS & lived experience voices. Listen now: www.sicklecellsociety.org/the-sickle-c... #SickleCellPodcast

The HALO study exploring long-term health and wellbeing for people with sickle cell — was recently featured by BBC Yorkshire, highlighting the power of lived experience research. If you live in the North of England, you may be invited to take part. Read more: buff.ly/31r8M6h Scan the QR for more.

📢 Last week to apply! We’re hiring a Community Support Worker Lead in North East London to support people living with sickle cell and their families. 📅 Apply by 11 Feb 2026 🔗 Link in bio #SickleCellSociety #Hiring #CharityJobs

We’re recruiting a North West Programme Manager. After extending our Children & Young People’s Peer Mentoring Programme to Manchester, Liverpool & Sheffield a year ago, we’re looking for someone to lead delivery across the region. Apply here: buff.ly/joA8oIR #SickleCell

Aged 13–24 with sickle cell (or parent/carer)? Join a Healthcare Transition Advisory Group with Manchester & Nottingham researchers + Sickle Cell Society. Compensation provided. Contact: [email protected] #SickleCell #YouthVoice

Barts Health has shared an update on the SDEC pilot for sickle cell patients at The Royal London Hospital. We know concerns remain and will continue to listen. Read via our website: www.sicklecellsociety.org/royal-london... #SickleCell #NHS

In Dec 2025, our mentors took our mentees to Spider-Man in Concert 🕷️🎶 An unforgettable night with a stunning live orchestra — and we even met some Spider-Verse Spider-Men! Huge thanks to Hammersmith Apollo for helping make it so magical ✨#SickleCellSociety #PeerToPeerMentoring